Chapter U5.108, Problem 5E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:The shell model for silicon and oxygen atoms is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:The nucleus of an atom is surrounded by electrons which revolves in circular orbitals or generally called shells.

Answer to Problem 5E

The shell model for silicon and oxygen atoms is

  

Explanation of Solution

The oxidation of silicon takes place when it is treated with ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}$ . Both oxygen atoms form bond with silicon atom by double bond. The oxidation reaction of silicon is

  ${\text{SiO}}_{\text{2}}+{\text{O}}_2\to {\text{SiO}}_2$

The shell model for the oxidation of silicon is shown below.

  

Conclusion

The shell model for silicon and oxygen atoms is