In which orbital does an electron in a phosphorus atom experience the greatest shielding
__________ ?
A) 3p
B) 2p
C) 1s
D) 2s
E) 3s

Name: In which orbital does an electron in a phosphorus atom experience the greatest shielding __________ ? A) 3p B) 2p C) 1s D) 2s E) 3s
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Electrons in the 3p orbital experience the greatest shielding because they are in the outermost shell and are shielded by electrons in the inner shells (1s, 2s, 2p, and 3s).

In Which Orbital Does an Electron in a Phosphorus Atom