To simplify the writing of electronic configurations, we can use a shorthand notation that uses the symbol of the previous noble gas in brackets to represent the inner electrons that are in a stable configuration. For example, instead of writing 1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 for neon (Ne), we can writ...
How to calculate bond order from molecular orbital diagram How to write molecular orbital configuration Draw the complete molecular orbital diagram for C^+_2 (form the molecular orbital diagram from the combination of a neutral C and a cationic C^+). ...
How to calculate how many rings are there in an atom? Give the symbol and oxidation number for each of the following ions. (a) aluminum ion (b) silver ion (c) oxide ion (d) copper(II) ion (e) ferric ion What are the rules for the determination of shape of hybrid orbitals?