Questions: Identify the subshell for electron addition in carbon to form a -1 anion.

Transcript text: Identify the subshell for electron addition in carbon to form a -1 anion.

Solution

Solution Steps

Step 1: Understanding the Question

The question asks us to identify the subshell to which an electron is added when a carbon atom forms a -1 anion. We are given a table with information about other elements and their respective subshells for electron addition and removal.

Step 2: Electron Configuration of Carbon

The electron configuration of a neutral carbon atom (C) is: \[ 1s^2 \, 2s^2 \, 2p^2 \]

Step 3: Adding an Electron to Form a -1 Anion

To form a -1 anion, we need to add one electron to the carbon atom. The next available subshell for electron addition in carbon is the \(2p\) subshell, as it currently has only 2 electrons and can hold up to 6 electrons.

Final Answer

\[ \boxed{2p} \]

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