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I think you are referring to the 3 quantum numbers, n, l m; principal azimuthal and magnetic. Together with the spin quantum number they "define" an electron- but I would hesitate to call this the electrons location- Heisenbergs uncertainty principle gets in the way of a simultaneous knowledge of energy and location.

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What are the main three parts of an electrons used in the current atomic theory that describe an electrons location?

An electron configuration shows the distribution of electrons among the subshells. Each number shows the principal quantum number, or shell, the subshell and finally the orbital of the electron.


The current view of the atom describes the location of electrons as?

The current view of the atom describes the location of electrons as existing in electron clouds or orbitals around the nucleus. Electrons do not follow a specific path but are rather found within a specific probability distribution around the nucleus. This model is known as the quantum mechanical model.


True or False. The imbalance of electrons in an atom creates a movement of electrons called the electric current?

False. The imbalance of electrons in an atom does not create electric current. Electric current is the flow of electric charge, which is the movement of electrons through a conductor. The movement of electrons in an atom due to an imbalance is known as an electric field, which can lead to the flow of electric current when a conductor is present to allow the movement of electrons.


What are moving electrons called?

Moving electrons or other charged carriers is called electricity. The amount of electrical pressure pushing the electrons is called the voltage. The number of electrons moving past some point in a given time is called the current. Electrons are subatomic particles (smaller than atoms) called leptons.


Describe the functioning of copper zinc electrochemical cell?

In a copper-zinc electrochemical cell, oxidation occurs at the zinc electrode, leading to the release of electrons and zinc ions. The electrons flow through the external circuit to the copper electrode, where reduction occurs, resulting in the deposition of copper metal. This flow of electrons creates an electric current that can be harnessed for various applications.

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Why does power need a current?

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What are three main parts of an electron's address used in the current atomic theory that describes an electron's location?

I think you are referring to the 3 quantum numbers, n, l m; principal azimuthal and magnetic. Together with the spin quantum number they "define" an electron- but I would hesitate to call this the electrons location- Heisenbergs uncertainty principle gets in the way of a simultaneous knowledge of energy and location.