Using s, p, d notations describe the orbital with the following quantum numbers :
(a) n = 1, l = 0,
(b) n = 3, l = 1,
(c) n = 4, l = 2,
(d) n = 4, l = 3.
The bromine atom possesses 35 electrons. It contains 6 electrons in 2p orbital, 6 electrons in 3p orbital and 5 electrons in 4p orbital. Which of these electron experiences the lowest effective nuclear charge?
Force of attraction between nucleus and the electron depend upon the distance between the nucleus and the orbital, in which electron present. As the distance increases, the effective nuclear charge also decreases. Since 4p electrons being farthest as compared to 2p and 3p electrons from the nucleus, therefore 4p electrons will experience the lowest effective nuclear charge.