The arrangement of electrons Flashcards
1
Q
What is the number of electrons in each shell equal to?
A
2n2 (n is the shell number)
2
Q
How many electrons can the 1st shell hold?
A
2
3
Q
How many electrons can the 2nd shell hold?
A
8
4
Q
How many electrons can the 3rd shell hold?
A
18
5
Q
How many electrons can the 4th shell hold?
A
32
6
Q
Write out the short hand of an electron diagram for sulfur
A
sulfur (2,8,6)
7
Q
Write out the short hand of an electron diagram for a sodium ion
A
Na+ (2,8)
