Quantum Numbers II Flashcardziz

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What shape is characteristic of a p orbital?

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The p orbital has a dumbbell shape.

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What does the principal quantum number (n) represent?

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The principal quantum number (n) represents the energy level of an electron in an atom.

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How many electrons can a 4d sublevel hold?

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A 4d sublevel can hold a maximum of 10 electrons.

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Which quantum numbers are integer values?

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The principal, angular momentum, and magnetic quantum numbers are all integer values.

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What is the proper pair of the l value with the orbital shape for l=2?

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For l=2, the orbital shape is d.

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What is the maximum number of electrons in an s orbital?

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An s orbital can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

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What is the shape of an s orbital?

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The s orbital has a spherical shape.

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What does the angular momentum quantum number (l) indicate?

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The angular momentum quantum number (l) indicates the shape of the orbital.

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What is the range of values for the magnetic quantum number (m_l)?

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The magnetic quantum number (m_l) can range from -l to +l, including zero.

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What is the spin quantum number (m_s)?

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The spin quantum number (m_s) indicates the direction of the electron's spin, with possible values of +1/2 or -1/2.