Question

1. analyze. electrons are arranged in orbits called energy levels. the diagram shows all the first two energy levels but only part of the third energy level. a. how many electrons can fit in the first energy level? b. how many electrons can fit in the second energy level? c. how many electrons fit in the part of the third energy level shown?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall electron - capacity rules

The first energy level can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

Step2: Recall second - level capacity

The second energy level can hold a maximum of 8 electrons.

Step3: Third - level capacity (partial)

The third energy level has sub - levels. The first part of the third energy level (3s and 3p) can hold 8 electrons.

Answer:

A. 2
B. 8
C. 8