Problem: Construct the orbital diagram of the F- ion.A neutral fluorine atom has 9 electrons. How many electrons does a F- ion have?
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We are asked to construct the orbital diagram of the F- ion.
F → 9 electrons
Negative charge adds 1 electron more.
F- → 10 electrons
Problem Details
Construct the orbital diagram of the F- ion.
A neutral fluorine atom has 9 electrons. How many electrons does a F- ion have?
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