Activity 3 Oxygen

MARK JERICHO TROY T.
DARIA BSCRIM 2E
Atomic Structure of Elements
Atomic Structure of Oxygen:
 Atomic Number: 8
This means it has 8 protons in its nucleus.
 Neutrons: The most common isotope of oxygen, Oxygen-16, has 8 neutrons.
 Electrons: It also has 8 electrons, which are arranged in shells around the nucleus.
Electron Configuration: 1s2 2s2 2p41s^2 \, 2s^2 \, 2p^41s22s22p4

This means:
o 2 electrons in the first shell (1s).

o 6 electrons in the second shell (2s and 2p).
1.List down the properties of that element.
Properties of Oxygen (O)
a. Atomic Mass:
 16.00 amu (average atomic mass)

 The mass varies slightly depending on isotopes.
b. Atomic Number:
 8
This means oxygen has 8 protons in its nucleus.
c. Electronegativity:
 3.44 (Pauling scale)

Oxygen is highly electronegative, meaning it strongly attracts electrons in chemical
bonds.
d. Isotopes:
1. Oxygen-16 (⁶¹⁶O):
o Most abundant isotope (~99.76%).
o 8 protons and 8 neutrons.
2. Oxygen-17 (⁶¹⁷O):
o Rare isotope (~0.04%).
o Used in scientific research.
3. Oxygen-18 (⁶¹⁸O):
o Trace isotope (~0.20%).
o Used in paleoclimate studies.
e. Other Properties:
1. Phase at Room Temperature: Gas.

2. Melting Point: -218.79°C (-361.82°F).
3. Boiling Point: -182.96°C (-297.33°F).
4. Density:
o Gas: 1.429 g/L (at standard temperature and pressure).
o Liquid: 1.141 g/cm³.
5. Appearance: Colorless gas; pale blue when liquefied.
6. Reactivity: Highly reactive and supports combustion. Forms oxides with most
elements.
7. Oxidation States: Commonly -2 (in oxides, water), sometimes -1 (in peroxides).
8. Occurrence:
o Atmosphere: 21% by volume.
o Earth's crust: Most abundant element (~46% by mass).
o Biological importance: Essential for respiration in most organisms.
9. Allotropes:
o O₂ (dioxygen): Common molecular form.
o O₃ (ozone): Less stable, found in the ozone layer.
2. Function of that element /uses in real world.
1. Respiration:
Oxygen is essential for aerobic respiration in animals and humans, enabling cells to
produce energy.
2. Photosynthesis:
Plants release oxygen as a byproduct during photosynthesis, which is crucial for
maintaining atmospheric oxygen levels.
3. Medical Uses:
Oxygen therapy helps patients with respiratory conditions like asthma, pneumonia,
and COVID-19.
4. Water Treatment:
Oxygen is used in purifying water and treating sewage through aerobic processes.
5. Industrial Manufacturing:
Oxygen is involved in steelmaking, metal cutting, and welding processes, as well as in
the production of chemicals like sulfuric acid.
6. Rocket Propulsion:
Liquid oxygen (LOX) serves as an oxidizer in rocket engines for space exploration.
7. Combustion:
Oxygen supports combustion, making it vital for engines, stoves, and industrial
furnaces.
8. Ozone Layer:
Oxygen forms ozone (O₃), which absorbs harmful UV radiation and protects life on
Earth.
9. Scuba Diving and Aviation:
Oxygen is used in tanks for scuba diving and in pressurized cabins for high-altitude
aviation.
10. Food Packaging:
Modified atmosphere packaging uses oxygen to extend the shelf life of food products.
3.a. Who is the proponent?
-The proponent of oxygen is Joseph Priestley in 1774.
b. Who discovered that element?
-Oxygen was discovered by Joseph Priestley in 1774 when he isolated the gas by heating
mercuric oxide. However, Carl Wilhelm Scheele independently discovered oxygen earlier,
around 1772, but his work was published later. Antoine Lavoisier is credited with naming
the element "oxygen" in 1777 and explaining its role in combustion and respiration.
c. When was it discovered?
-Oxygen was discovered in 1774 by Joseph Priestley.

d. How was it discovered?
- Oxygen was discovered by Joseph Priestley in 1774 when he heated mercuric oxide (HgO)
and observed that it released a gas that supported combustion. He identified this gas as a
form of "dephlogisticated air." Carl Wilhelm Scheele had independently discovered oxygen
earlier, around 1772, but his work was not published until later. Priestley's discovery was
significant because it demonstrated that oxygen was a key element in combustion, leading
to a better understanding of chemical reactions.

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MARK JERICHO TROY T.

Atomic Structure of Elements

Atomic Structure of Oxygen:

Electron Configuration: 1s2 2s2 2p41s^2 \, 2s^2 \, 2p^41s22s22p4

o 2 electrons in the first shell (1s).

Properties of Oxygen (O)

 16.00 amu (average atomic mass)

 3.44 (Pauling scale)

1. Phase at Room Temperature: Gas.

2. Function of that element /uses in real world.

3.a. Who is the proponent?

-The proponent of oxygen is Joseph Priestley in 1774.

b. Who discovered that element?

c. When was it discovered?

-Oxygen was discovered in 1774 by Joseph Priestley.

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