Electrons and Quantum Mechanics - Oakland Schools
Electrons and Quantum Mechanics - Oakland Schools
Electrons and Quantum Mechanics - Oakland Schools
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Analysis <strong>and</strong> Conclusions<br />
1. Record your observations below.<br />
a. Test tube 1 __________________________________________________<br />
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b. Test tube 2 __________________________________________________<br />
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2. Write the electron configuration for the iron metal.<br />
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3. Which two electrons are lost to form the pale green Fe 2+ ion?<br />
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4. Which additional electron is lost to form the yellow Fe 3+ ion?<br />
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5. Other transition elements exhibit oxidation states from 2 + up to 8+. Why does<br />
iron have only the 2+ <strong>and</strong> 3+ oxidation states?<br />
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6. Would you predict iron to be more stable at the 2+ or 3+ oxidation states?<br />
Explain your answer.<br />
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