• @TempermentalAnomaly
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        2 days ago

        It’s been over 20 years, but why is 5s1 4d10 a correct representation and not 5s2 4d9?

        Edit: is it because d10 is more stable than d9? But then s1 is less stable than s2.

        • @[email protected]
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          42 days ago

          Half and full filled configurations are more stable. s1 is still half filled and d10 is full filled. The net effect it better stability even if s became a little less stable

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      22 days ago

      You’re right, according to online calcs. But man I can’t remember how to count these myself.

      Wanna explain for someone who didn’t have to do much chemistry?