Electron configuration and trends

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What is electron configuration?

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The distribution of electrons in an atom's orbitals, which determines its chemical properties and reactivity.

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What is the trend of atomic radius across a period?

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Atomic radius generally decreases from left to right across a period due to increased nuclear charge pulling electrons closer.

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What is the trend of atomic radius down a group?

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Atomic radius generally increases down a group due to the addition of electron shells.

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Define electronegativity.

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The tendency of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

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What is the trend of electronegativity across a period?

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Electronegativity generally increases from left to right across a period.

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What is the trend of electronegativity down a group?

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Electronegativity generally decreases down a group.

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What are transition metals?

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Elements found in groups 3-12 of the periodic table, characterized by their ability to form variable oxidation states and colored compounds.

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What is ionization energy?

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The energy required to remove an electron from an atom in the gaseous state.

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What is the trend of ionization energy across a period?

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Ionization energy generally increases from left to right across a period.

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What is the trend of ionization energy down a group?

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Ionization energy generally decreases down a group.