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What is the first energy level that electrons occupy in an atom?

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MCQ

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practice

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Topic

A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes

Question

First energy level

Electrons occupy the lowest available energy levels first, starting with the first energy level.

Misunderstanding Electron Shells

Students often think that electrons can occupy any energy level without following the order of filling from the lowest energy level first.

Emphasize that electrons must fill the lowest available energy levels or innermost shells before moving to higher energy levels.

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