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For the principal quantum number n = 3, the allowed values of the azimuthal quantum number l are:

Answer: 0, 1 and 2.

  • A only 0
  • B 0 and 1
  • C 0, 1 and 2
  • D 1, 2 and 3

Correct answer: C. 0, 1 and 2

Explanation: l ranges from 0 to n − 1, so for n = 3 the values are 0 (s), 1 (p) and 2 (d).

NK (n=1)L (n=2)M (n=3)

Bohr's model: electrons occupy fixed circular shells (K, L, M) around the nucleus, with each shell holding up to 2n2 electrons.

Concept context

Explore how electrons are arranged inside an atom. Covers Bohr's model, quantum numbers, Heisenberg's uncertainty principle, shapes of s, p, d orbitals, and electronic configuration rules.

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