Max # of electrons in an orbit

In summary, the maximum number of electrons allowed in each of the first 5 orbits of an atom is determined by the 2{n}^{2} rule. This rule applies to all elements and is based on the number of orbitals in each orbit. It is a useful equation for understanding the distribution of electrons in an atom.
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what is the maximum number of electrons allowed in each of the first 5 orbits of an atomic particle? Is it the same for all elements? or do different ones hove a different maximum numver of electrons possible of being in an orbit?
 
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Don't say atomic particle. Just call it an atom.

Have you heard of the [tex]2{n}^{2}[/tex] rule. That's the maximum number of electrons in the [tex]{n}^{th}[/tex] orbit. It is the same for all elements.
 
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graphene said:
Don't say atomic particle. Just call it an atom.

Have you heard of the [tex]2{n}^{2}[/tex] rule. That's the maximum number of electrons in the [tex]{n}^{th}[/tex] orbit. It is the same for all elements.

Thank you, that equation was exactly what I was wanting, I figured it out once about 7-6 years ago when I was reading a book on quantum physics and couldn't remember it so I was going to try to figure it out again but you have saved me the trouble. Thanks again.
 

What is the maximum number of electrons that can be present in an orbit?

The maximum number of electrons that can be present in an orbit is determined by the quantum numbers and the energy levels of the orbit. In general, the maximum number of electrons in an orbit is given by 2n2, where n is the principal quantum number.

How does the maximum number of electrons in an orbit change as the energy level increases?

As the energy level of an orbit increases, the maximum number of electrons also increases. This is because higher energy levels have more sublevels and therefore can accommodate more electrons.

What is the significance of the maximum number of electrons in an orbit?

The maximum number of electrons in an orbit is important because it helps determine the electronic configuration and chemical properties of an atom. It also follows the Pauli exclusion principle, which states that no two electrons in an atom can have the same set of quantum numbers.

Can an orbit have more than the maximum number of electrons?

No, an orbit cannot have more than the maximum number of electrons. This is because the maximum number of electrons is determined by the energy levels and sublevels of the orbit, and adding more electrons would violate the laws of quantum mechanics.

How does the maximum number of electrons in an orbit differ for different elements?

The maximum number of electrons in an orbit varies for different elements based on their atomic structure and number of protons. For example, the maximum number of electrons in the first energy level (n=1) is 2, while the maximum number in the second energy level (n=2) is 8. This pattern continues as the atomic number increases.

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