Chemistry, asked by Braizoharia, 10 months ago

What is meant by the term ''shielding of electrons'' in an atom???

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Answered by achinthyaunm18
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Shielding electrons are the electrons in the energy levels between the nucleus and the valence electrons. They are called "shielding" electrons because they "shield" the valence electrons from the force of attraction exerted by the positive charge in the nucleus.


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