Atom Electron cloud interaction with Energy

In summary, the conversation discusses the effects of exciting an inner electron in a multi-electron atom to a higher orbital level. The question is whether the original electron will fall back to its original hole or if an outer electron will fill the hole, causing an auger emission. The terms "inner and outer clouds" refer to electrons held closer or farther from the center of the atom, while "valence/conduction cloud" refers to electrons in the valence band and conduction band respectively. The concept of an "open space" in the valence/conduction cloud refers to an orbital level with only one electron instead of the usual two.
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I was wondering if you excite a inner electron in a multi electron atom to a
outer cloud what is the effect on filling the hole. So if you excite a inner
electron and it jumps to a open space in the valance/conduction cloud (so it
does not leave the atom) in the ~10^9 second of excitement to decay emission do the clouds drop down and a auger emission occurs, or is it so fast the original electron goes back to its original hole and recombines? Also say it only goes to the work function level (does it go to original hole or auger emission hole)? Thanks
 
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GoldenAtlantis said:
I was wondering if you excite a inner electron in a multi electron atom to a
outer cloud what is the effect on filling the hole. So if you excite a inner
electron and it jumps to a open space in the valance/conduction cloud (so it
does not leave the atom) in the ~10^9 second of excitement to decay emission do the clouds drop down and a auger emission occurs, or is it so fast the original electron goes back to its original hole and recombines? Also say it only goes to the work function level (does it go to original hole or auger emission hole)? Thanks

1) What are inner and outer clouds ?

2) What is a valence/conduction cloud ?

3) What is "an open space in the valence/conduction cloud" ?

Clearly, there is something wrong with your "lingo" here...

marlon
 
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Better explanations

I tend to use terms in sources I just read. I will try this.

--New Wording:If you excite a inner electron in a multi electron atom that leaves the inner held position creating a hole. The electron does not leave the atom but stays within the atoms orbital influence. Does a electron that is in a different orbital fall down and create a auger emission where as the original electron would then fill this new hole or does the original electron fill its own hole?

1) What are inner and outer clouds ?
--I meant electrons that are held tigher to the center of the atom being a inner cloud or inner electron said in a better way. With a outer cloud referring to an electron that is held farther out from the center of the atom.

2) What is a valence/conduction cloud ?
--This can be ignored. But I meant a valance band and thus valance electron would be the electrons that are the last electrons that are held in the atom (electrons the farthest away but held in orbital of the atom). The conduction band would be for electrons in primarily metals that are shared and not localized in the atom. These would be electrons shared by several atoms (overlaping orbitals).

3) What is "an open space in the valence/conduction cloud" ?
--Ignoring the conduction cloud. A better way of saying this would be if you have a inner electron that is held closer to the center of the atom and you excite this electron which would not leave the atoms orbital influence (not work function or ionized) but say it goes to a orbital level where there is only one electron where there can be two electrons (Pauli exclusion has 2 electrons per orbital but this atom is not full and is reactive to bonding or is basically a ion (anion/cation type look). So you excite the electron to this opening does it fall back to the original hole or does a outer electron fall down and the original electron goes to the new hole (auger emission).

Thanks for the help.
 

1. How does the electron cloud interact with energy in an atom?

The electron cloud in an atom interacts with energy through the absorption and emission of photons, which are packets of energy. When an electron absorbs a photon, it moves to a higher energy state. When an electron emits a photon, it moves to a lower energy state. This interaction is what allows atoms to absorb and emit light.

2. What determines the energy levels of electrons in an atom?

The energy levels of electrons in an atom are determined by the atomic structure, specifically the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in the atom. Within an atom, electrons occupy specific energy levels, also known as orbitals, which are defined by their distance from the nucleus. The further an electron is from the nucleus, the higher its energy level.

3. How does the electron cloud affect the stability of an atom?

The electron cloud plays a crucial role in determining the stability of an atom. In general, atoms with a full outer electron shell (known as a valence shell) are more stable compared to atoms with partially filled outer shells. This is because atoms with a full valence shell have a balanced number of protons and electrons, making them less likely to react with other atoms in order to gain or lose electrons and achieve a full outer shell.

4. Can the energy of an electron in an atom change?

Yes, the energy of an electron in an atom can change. As mentioned before, electrons can absorb and emit energy in the form of photons, causing them to move to different energy levels. Additionally, the energy of an electron can also be affected by external factors such as electric or magnetic fields, which can cause the electron to move to a higher or lower energy level.

5. How does the electron cloud interact with different types of energy?

The electron cloud can interact with different types of energy, including thermal energy, electrical energy, and electromagnetic radiation. When atoms are heated, the electrons in the atom gain more energy and can move to higher energy levels. In the case of electrical energy, the interaction between the electrons in an atom and an electric field can cause the electrons to move and create an electrical current. Electromagnetic radiation, such as light, can also interact with the electron cloud, causing electrons to absorb or emit photons and change energy levels.

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