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2.65    The unpaired electrons in Al and Si are present in 3p orbital. Which electrons will experience more effective nuclear charge from the nucleus?

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Nuclear charge is defined as the net positive charge experienced by an electron in the orbital of an atom exerted by the nucleus of the atom.

Silicon has a greater nuclear charge (+14) than aluminium (+13).

Hence, the effective nuclear charge exerted on the unpaired 3p electron of silicon would be greater as compared to that of aluminium. 

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