Question

Write the electronic configuration of Scandium \(\underline{\hspace{2cm}}\)

Hint:

The electronic configuration can be found by filling the orbitals according to the Aufbau principle.

Answer 1

Step 1: Electronic configuration of Scandium.
Scandium (atomic number 21) has the following electronic configuration: \[ 1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^6 4s^2 3d^1 \]

Step 2: Conclusion.
The electronic configuration of Scandium is \( 1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^2 3p^6 4s^2 3d^1 \).