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Quantum Number
Quantum Number
GENERAL CHEMISTRY 1
QUANTUM MECHANICAL DESCRIPTION OF AN ATOM
I. Activity Objectives
1. Use quantum numbers to describe an electron in an atom (STEM_GC11ESIIa-b-54);
2. Determine the magnetic property of the atom based on its electronic configuration (STEM_GC11ESIIa-b-57)
3. Draw an orbital diagram to represent the electronic configuration of atoms (STEM_GC11ESIIa-b-58
II. Procedure
Complete the table.
Analyze:
Which of the following sets of quantum numbers is/are possible? If the combination is not possible, explain why not.
a. n=4, ℓ =2, mℓ=0
b. n=3, ℓ =3, mℓ=+1
c. n=5, ℓ =3, mℓ=-3
d. n=3, ℓ =0, mℓ=+2
Answer:
Directions: In your own words, describe the following terms in 2-3 sentences only.
1. Quantum Number
2. Principal Quantum Number
3. Angular Quantum Number
4. Magnetic Quantum Number
III. Reflection
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