2.8 Quantum Numbers

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What variable represents the spin of an electron?

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m_s

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What is the shape of a p-orbital?

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Dumbbell-shaped

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How many electrons are represented in the electron configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁴?

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8 electrons

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What is the shape of an s-orbital?

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Spherical

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What is the correct representation for an orbital with an n value of 4 and an L value of 2?

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4d

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What are quantum numbers?

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Quantum numbers are a set of numerical values that describe the unique quantum state of an electron in an atom.

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What does the principal quantum number (n) indicate?

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The principal quantum number (n) indicates the energy level and size of the orbital.

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What does the azimuthal quantum number (l) represent?

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The azimuthal quantum number (l) represents the shape of the orbital.

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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy an orbital?

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2 electrons.

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What is the magnetic quantum number (m_l)?

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The magnetic quantum number (m_l) indicates the orientation of the orbital in space.