Question

Which of the following best describes what an electron configuration is?

A) An electron configuration is the mathematical symbol used to describe the first three principle energy levels in which electrons are found within an atom.

B) An electron configuration is the system used to name each principle energy level and the sublevels in which electrons are found within an atom.

C) An electron configuration is used to name the sublevels in which electrons are found within an atom.

D) An electron configuration describes how the principle energy level and sublevels in which protons and neutrons are found affect the electrons within an atom.

Answer 1