Valence shell atomic orbitals: s, p and dSecond row elements (C, N, and O barticularly, in organic chemistry) use the 2s, and 2p atomic orbitals to create bonding orbitals with other atoms. Third row elements (S and P, particularly) have low-lying 3d orbitals available. The latter become important in bonding for transition metals.You may illustrate each AO by clicking on the appropriate button. |
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