Multiple Choice
Which one of the following orbitals can hold two electrons?
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10. Periodic Properties of the Elements
The Electron Configuration: Quantum Numbers
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How many orbitals are present in a p subshell?
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2
B
6
C
3
D
1
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Recall that the p subshell corresponds to the azimuthal quantum number \( l = 1 \).
The number of orbitals in any subshell is given by the formula \( 2l + 1 \).
Substitute \( l = 1 \) into the formula: \( 2(1) + 1 = 3 \).
Each orbital can hold a maximum of 2 electrons, but the question asks only for the number of orbitals, not electrons.
Therefore, the p subshell contains 3 orbitals.
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