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How to Write and Understnd Electron Configuration

Sep 15, 2025 · 8 min · Episode 90 · 7.8 MB
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In this episode:

  • What does electron configuration mean for atoms and simple ions
  • Which orbitals fill first?
  • Do electrons pair up in orbitals or half-fill the subshell first?
  • The funny thing about 3d and 4s subshells
  • Electron configuration notation explained

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