Electron Shells | MCQs

Explanation

The K orbit, also known as the first electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

The L orbit, also known as the second electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 8 electrons.

The M orbit, also known as the third electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 18 electrons.

Explanation

• The atomic number 19 corresponds to the element Potassium (K).
• The electron configuration of Potassium is: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s¹
• Which can be simplified to: 2, 8, 8, 1.

Explanation

The K orbit, also known as the first electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

The L orbit, also known as the second electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 8 electrons.

The M orbit, also known as the third electron shell.

• It can hold a maximum of 18 electrons.

Explanation

• The formula 2n^2 helps in determining the maximum number of electrons present in an orbit, where n is the principal quantum number (energy level).
• This formula is based on the Aufbau principle and the Pauli exclusion principle, which describe how electrons occupy energy levels in an atom.