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33. Compared to an electron in the first electron shell of an atom, an electron in the third shell of the same atom has:

A. less mass

B. less energy

C. more mass

D. more energy



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Final answer:

Electrons in higher shells have more energy due to weaker attraction from the nucleus.


Explanation:

Electron in the third shell of an atom has more energy compared to an electron in the first shell. This is because the electrons farther away from the nucleus experience weaker attraction, leading to higher energy levels.


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