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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy a single orbital?
Options
A 1
B 2
Correct Answer
C 6
D 8
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to the Pauli Exclusion Principle, an orbital can hold at most two electrons, and they must have opposite spins.

Hint

Two electrons with opposite spins.

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