Write the expected electron configurations for each of the following atoms: Sc, Fe, P, Cs, Eu, P

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Key Concepts

Atomic Orbitals and Subshell Capacities

Atomic orbitals come in different types (s, p, d, f) that each have a specific shape, energy, and maximum electron capacity. For example, s orbitals hold 2 electrons, p orbitals 6 electrons, d orbitals 10 electrons, and f orbitals 14 electrons. Understanding these capacities is essential for writing accurate electron configurations.

Pauli Exclusion Principle

The Pauli Exclusion Principle posits that no two electrons in an atom can have the same set of four quantum numbers. This rule restricts each orbital to holding a maximum of two electrons with opposite spins and fundamentally determines the arrangement of electrons.

Hund's Rule

Hund's rule explains the manner in which electrons are distributed among orbitals of the same energy, or degenerate orbitals. It states that electrons will singly occupy each orbital with parallel spins before any orbital is doubly occupied, maximizing total spin and minimizing electron repulsion.

Electron Configuration

Electron configuration is the arrangement of electrons in the orbitals of an atom. It describes how electrons are distributed among available energy levels and sublevels, which is critical for understanding chemical properties and periodic trends of elements.

Aufbau Principle

The Aufbau principle guides the order in which electrons are added to atomic orbitals. It states that electrons fill orbitals starting with the lowest available energy levels before moving to higher ones, ensuring the most stable, lowest-energy configuration for an atom.

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