3. 4 Quantum Numbers Flashcards
1
Q
Heisenberg uncertainty principle
A
It is impossible to simltaneously know the exact position and speed of particle
2
Q
Define: orbital
A
3-d region of space where an electron is likely to be found
3
Q
Define: quantum number
A
Numbers used to describe quantum mechanial properties
Address
4
Q
What does the principle quantum number tell you?
A
Energy level (n)
5
Q
Seconday quantum number
A
Shape of orbital
S when l=0, P l=1, d l=2, Fl=3
6
Q
Magnetic quantum number
A
(M) direction of orbital
7
Q
Spin quantum number
A
(Ms) spin of electrons
1/2 or -1/2
8
Q
How does 2p and 3p differ from one another
A
3p is larger as it has more energy levels
