Question

Using spectroscopic notation write the complete electron configuration for the fluorine atom. Using noble gas notation write the electron configuration for the carbon atom.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Flourine has atomic number of 9 and hence 9 electrons in its neutral state. The full electronic configuration is given as;

1s2 2s2 2p5

Carbon has atomic number of 6 and hence 6 electrons in it's neutral state. The noble gas notation as the following format;

[closest noble gas before the element] remaining electrons

The nearest noble gas to carbon is Helium, the noble gas notation is given as;

[He] 2s4