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Electronic Structure Of The Atom Worksheet

Worksheet 2: ELECTRONIC STRUCTURE OF THE ATOM

Name ___________________________

The number and arrangement of electrons in the energy levels of the atom determine what type of compounds the

element will form. To determine the number of electrons in an atom, we consult the periodic chart of the elements in

your text book. The chart lists the atomic number, symbol, and atomic weight of each element. The element potassium,

for example, is listed as follows.

The atomic number represents the number of protons in the atom. (It is not necessary to discuss the atomic weight at this

time.)

Use the periodic chart to find the name and symbol for the following elements.

12.0

118.7

Use the periodic chart to find the atomic numbers of the following elements.

Iron

Gold

196.97

55.8

196.97

55.8

The atomic number tells how many _____ are present in the atom.

If an element has an atomic number of 79, there are _____ protons in an atom of

that element.

Electronic Structure Of The Atom Worksheet