What is the maximum number of electrons that can be associated with the following set of quantum numbers? n =…

What is the maximum number of electrons that can be associated with the following set of quantum numbers? n = 3, l = 1 and m = −1
A 2
B 10
C 6
D 4

Detailed Solution

n = 3, l = 1 and m = −1 represent one 3p orbital, which can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

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