10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
Periodic Trend: Effective Nuclear Charge
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ANSWERS OPTIONS
A
The valence electrons are too fast to properly experience the attractive force of the nucleus
B
Core electrons of the atom screen the nucleus from the valence electrons
C
Electrons are arranged in a manner that created maximum multiplicity
D
The spins of the valence electrons cancel the attractive pull of the nucleus
E
Increased nuclear charge causes the orbitals to split