Quantum number which describes the orientation of orbitals in three dimensional space is:
Correct answer: C. Magnetic quantum number
- A. Spin quantum number
- B. Azimuthal quantum number
- C. Magnetic quantum number
- D. Principal quantum number
Explanation
Magnetic Quantum Number (m) : Gives the orientation of the orbital in space; in other words, the value of m describes whether an orbital lies along the x-, y-, or z-axis on a three-dimensional graph, with the nucleus of the atom at the origin. m can take on any value from −ltol. Hence option C is correct.
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