Atomic Structure & Periodicity
4 terms
Magnetic Quantum Number
Atomic Structure & Periodicity
Dimensionless
The quantum number mₗ that specifies the spatial orientation of an orbital relative to an applied magnetic field.
mₗ = −l … 0 … +l
Mass Number
Atomic Structure & Periodicity
Dimensionless
The total number of protons and neutrons in an atomic nucleus.
A = Z + N
Metallic Character
Atomic Structure & Periodicity
Dimensionless
The tendency of an element to lose electrons and display typical metallic properties such as lustre, malleability and conductivity.
Metalloid
Atomic Structure & Periodicity
Dimensionless
An element with properties intermediate between those of metals and non-metals, lying along the periodic table's staircase.