Chemistry: Molecular Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134112830
ISBN 13: 978-0-13411-283-1

Chapter 8 - Exercises - Page 375: 9

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Shielding is the effect experienced by an electron due to repulsion of lower orbitals' electrons which shield them from experiencing the full effect of nuclear charge. Core electrons tend to do the most shielding.

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