2.8 Quantum Numbers

Front

What is the maximum number of p orbitals at a given energy level?

Back

3

Front

What shape is associated with a p-orbital?

Back

Dumbbell-shaped

Front

How many electrons can be found in the electron configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁴?

Back

8

Front

What is the range of values for the quantum variable m (mₗ) when l = 1?

Back

-1, 0, +1

Front

What does the variable mₛ represent in quantum mechanics?

Back

The spin of an electron.

Front

What is the principal quantum number (n)?

Back

It indicates the energy level of an electron in an atom.

Front

What is the azimuthal quantum number (l)?

Back

It determines the shape of the orbital.

Front

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy a single p orbital?

Back

2

Front

What are the possible values of the azimuthal quantum number (l) for a d orbital?

Back

2 (l = 0, 1, 2 for s, p, d respectively)

Front

What is the significance of the quantum number mₗ?

Back

It specifies the orientation of the orbital in space.