How many electrons can fit in the orbital for which n = 3 and l = 1?

30 2016 Phase II Structure of AtomQuantum numbers and orbital capacity Easy
How many electrons can fit in the orbital for which n = 3 and l = 1?
A 10
B 14
C 2
D 6

Explanation

Any single orbital holds at most 2 electrons.

Detailed Solution

n = 3, l = 1 ⇒ 3p
An orbital (a single 3p orbital) can hold a total of 2 electrons.

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