Quantum number values for 2p are
Correct answer: A. n=2 l=1
- A. n=2 l=1
- B. n=1 l=2
- C. n=2 l=0
- D. n=1 l=1
Explanation
For the 2p orbital, the principal quantum number (n) is 2, indicating that the electron is in the second energy level or shell. The azimuthal quantum number (l) is 1, which corresponds to the p orbital shape. So this answer is correct. It is incorrect because the principal quantum number (n) cannot be smaller than the azimuthal quantum number (l). The value of n must be equal to or greater than l. It is incorrect because for the p orbital, the azimuthal quantum number (l) must have a value of 1, 0, or -1. It cannot be 0.It is incorrect because for the 2p orbital, the principal quantum number (n) must be 2, not 1.
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