The electron configuration of an ion is related to its atom by
comparing the valence (outermost, highest n value) electrons.
(a) Give the complete electron configuration of a F atom and the
F-1 ion F atom _____________________________ F ion
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(b) Explain why this occurs, that is, what happens to the
valence electrons, and what the result is in the electron
configuration for the ion (in the electron shells)