5 Questions
What does the principal quantum number (n) indicate?
Energy level and size of the orbital
What is described by the angular momentum quantum number (l)?
Energy sublevel and shape of the orbital
What does the magnetic quantum number (ml) specify?
Orientation of an orbital around the nucleus
What is determined by the spin quantum number (ms)?
The direction of spin for an electron in an orbital
How many orbitals are present in an energy level with principal quantum number (n) = 3?
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Test your knowledge of electron configuration, quantum numbers, and periodicity in physical chemistry. Learn about the rules for building electron configurations in many-electron atoms and identifying valence shell electrons.
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