Question

The electrons’ distribution into the atomic orbitals is called as _________

(a) Electronic order

(b) Electronic distribution

(c) Electronic filing

(d) Electronic configuration

The question was asked in an internship interview.

This question is from Electronic Configurations of Elements and the Periodic Table in chapter Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties of Chemistry – Class 11

Answer 1

Right choice is (d) Electronic configuration

Explanation: When electrons are distribution into the orbitals of the atoms by following Aufbau’s principal, Hund’s rule maximum multiplicity and Pauli’s exclusive principle, the order they are filled is represented by the electronic configuration.