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Ch.7 - Periodic Properties of the Elements
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Capitolo 7, Problema 15e

Detailed calculations show that the value of Zeff for the outermost electrons in Na and K atoms is 2.51+ and 3.49+, respectively. (e) Predict Zeff for the outermost electrons in the Rb atom based on the calculations for Na and K.

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Understand the concept of effective nuclear charge (Z_{eff}): It is the net positive charge experienced by an electron in a multi-electron atom.
Recognize the trend in Z_{eff} across the alkali metals (Na, K, Rb): As you move down a group in the periodic table, the Z_{eff} generally increases due to the addition of more protons in the nucleus.
Note the given Z_{eff} values for Na and K: Na has a Z_{eff} of 2.51+ and K has a Z_{eff} of 3.49+.
Predict the Z_{eff} for Rb: Since Rb is below K in the periodic table, its Z_{eff} should be slightly higher than that of K, following the trend.
Estimate the Z_{eff} for Rb by considering the incremental increase from Na to K and applying a similar increase from K to Rb.

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Effective Nuclear Charge (Zeff)

Effective Nuclear Charge (Zeff) is the net positive charge experienced by an electron in a multi-electron atom. It accounts for the actual nuclear charge (the number of protons) and the shielding effect caused by inner-shell electrons. As the number of protons increases, the Zeff typically increases, leading to stronger attraction between the nucleus and the outermost electrons.
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Shielding Effect

The shielding effect refers to the phenomenon where inner-shell electrons partially block the attraction between the nucleus and the outermost electrons. This results in a lower effective nuclear charge felt by the outer electrons. The greater the number of inner electrons, the more significant the shielding effect, which influences the Zeff value for outer electrons in larger atoms.
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Trends in Zeff Across Periods

Zeff generally increases across a period in the periodic table due to the increase in nuclear charge without a corresponding increase in shielding. However, as you move down a group, the addition of electron shells increases shielding, which can lead to a smaller increase in Zeff. Understanding these trends helps predict Zeff values for elements based on their position in the periodic table.
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