How Quantum Mechanics makes the atom 3 dimensional, effects the shape of molecules, and dictates the periodic table's configuration
Aug 26, 2025•8 min•Ep. 87
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In this episode we consider how quantum mechanics effects the atomic model and more:
- There's more to electron shells
- Subshells and orbitals
- 3D shape of orbitals
- Orbitals, bond angles and shape of molecules
- The reason the periodic table gets broader down the table
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