Question

Define spin of electron.

• A. Rotation of electron about its own axis.
• B. Clockwise and anticlockwise rotation of electron.
• C. A quantum number which depends upon direction and speed of rotation of electron.
• D. An intrinsic characteristic of electron connected with its magnetic field.

Answer 1

The correct option is D An intrinsic characteristic of electron connected with its magnetic field.

According to modern concept, spin of electron is not rotation of electron about it's own axis. It is actually a characteristic of electron which gives magnetic character.