how does the quantum-mechanical model of the atom describe electrons?

Answer 1

Well I think there are just a few significant points. Two of them have already been mentioned. First the electrons are found in descrete orbitals which correspond to quantum energy levels. And are assumed to travel in waves.

But, the exact postion of the electrons cannot be known so the orbitals when calcualated from quantum mechanics are expressed as probabilities. Which gives rise to the weird shaped orbits. Despite how weird it works out it also corresponds to the bond angles found in various molecules.

Answer 2

Quantum Mechanical Model Of Atoms

Answer 3

The Atomic Orbital Model is the currently accepted model of the electrons in an atom. In the atomic orbital model, the atom consists of a nucleus surrounded by orbiting electrons. These electrons exist in atomic orbitals, which are a set of quantum states of the negatively charged electrons trapped in the electrical field generated by the positively charged nucleus. Classically, the orbits can be likened to the planets orbiting the sun. However, the atomic orbital model can only be described by quantum mechanics, in which case the electrons are more accurately described as standing waves surrounding the nucleus.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Quantum physics says "a cat in a box may or may not exists, and is also half dead and half alive." Therefore, one can deduce that electrons have a 50% chance of existing as zombie-trons and eating the brains of the nucleus. Next weeks episode, we use string theory to explain why pizza is delicious.

Answer 6

I could tell you. I am a chemistry teacher, but your question is sooooo vague, I would not know where to start.

Thanks for the 2 points!!!