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CHM 101 Atomic Structure and Quantum Theory Objective Question

Question

When n = 3, what are the permissible values of l?
Options
A 0 only
B 0 and 1 only
C 0, 1, and 2
Correct Answer
D 0, 1, 2, and 3
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When n = 3, there are three permissible values of l: 0, 1, and 2, corresponding to s, p, and d subshells.

Hint

The notes provide this example for n = 3.

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