Energy Levels of Electrons
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Objective
I can predict the electron configuration of an element based on its position on the periodic table and the Aufbau principle.
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What are the four quantum numbers, and what does each describe about an electron in an atom?
Explain the Aufbau principle and how it is used to determine the order in which electrons fill atomic orbitals.
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“Using the Aufbau principle, determine the electron configuration for phosphorus (P). Using the Aufbau principle, determine the electron configuration for potassium (K). ”
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