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Shielding Effect definition

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Electrons in filled sets of s , p orbitals between the nucleus and outer shell electrons shield the outer shell electrons somewhat from the effect of protons in the nucleus; also called screening effect.

See also:

Sigma Orbital definition
Significant figures definition
sigma ( or ) definition
sharpness definition
self-consistent top-down design definition