For "f" orbital value of l is:
Correct answer: A. 3
- A. 3
- B. 2
- C. 0
- D. 1
Explanation
The azimuthal quantum number, represented by the symbol l, defines the shape of the orbital. Each type of orbital has a specific l value: s orbitals have l = 0, p orbitals have l = 1, d orbitals have l = 2, and f orbitals have l = 3. Therefore, for an f orbital, the correct value of l is 3. Options B, C, and D correspond to the azimuthal quantum numbers for d, s, and p orbitals, respectively, and thus are incorrect.
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