Quantum shells refer to the discrete energy levels in which electrons orbit the nucleus of an atom, as described by quantum mechanics. These shells are defined by principal quantum numbers and are crucial for determining an atom's chemical properties and behavior in interactions.

Quantum Shells

Quantum shells

Discrete energy levels refer to the quantized states that electrons can occupy in an atom or molecule, where each level corresponds to a specific energy. This quantization is a fundamental principle of quantum mechanics, explaining phenomena such as atomic spectra and the stability of atoms.

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