Maximum number of electrons which can be placed in an orbital is
Correct answer: B. 2
- A. 1
- B. 2
- C. 3
- D. 4
Explanation
Each orbital holds two electrons which differ in a property known as spin. In other words, an orbital is an area where the electrons live. There can be two electrons in one orbital maximum. The s sublevel has just one orbital, so can contain 2 electrons max. The p sublevel has 3 orbitals, so can contain 6 electrons max.
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