Quantum Numbers
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Chemistry
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9th - 11th Grade
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Looking at these ten questions, this quiz focuses on quantum numbers in atomic structure, specifically testing students' understanding of the four quantum numbers (n, l, ml, ms) and their relationships to electron orbitals and subshells. This material is appropriate for grades 9-12 chemistry students, particularly those in advanced or honors chemistry courses where atomic theory is covered in depth. Students need to master the fundamental rules governing quantum numbers: the principal quantum number (n) determines energy levels, the angular momentum quantum number (l) ranges from 0 to n-1 and corresponds to subshell types (s, p, d, f), the magnetic quantum number (ml) ranges from -l to +l, and the spin quantum number (ms) has values of ±1/2. The questions require students to apply these rules to determine valid orbital designations, count orbitals within subshells, calculate electron capacities, and evaluate whether given quantum number sets are permissible according to quantum mechanical principles. This quiz was created by a classroom teacher who designed it for students studying quantum numbers and atomic structure in grades 9-11 chemistry. The assessment serves as an excellent tool for formative evaluation, allowing teachers to quickly gauge student comprehension of quantum number relationships before moving on to more complex topics like electron configuration and chemical bonding. It works particularly well as a review activity after initial instruction on atomic theory or as homework to reinforce classroom learning. The mix of conceptual questions and rule-application problems makes it suitable for warm-up activities at the beginning of class or as part of a larger unit assessment on atomic structure. This quiz directly supports standards including NGSS HS-PS1-1 (atomic structure and periodicity) and aligns with Common Core mathematical practices as students apply systematic rules and logical reasoning to solve chemistry problems.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct representation for an orbital which has an "n" value of 4 and an "l" value of 2?
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NGSS.HS-PS1-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
How many orbitals in the d subshell?
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
For a p sublevel, "l" equals ____.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct representation for an orbital which has an "n" value of 3 and an "l" value of 1?
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
For the quantum number, "l", equal to 2, is an "m" value of -1 permitted?
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
Is the 5p orbital permitted?
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NGSS.HS-PS1-1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
For a principle quantum number, "n", equal to 2, what is the total electron capacity of that level?
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