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How many electrons can fit in the orbital for which n = 3 and l = 1 ?

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10

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14

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C

2

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6

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Solution

The correct option is C 2
$n = 3, l = 1 \Rightarrow 3 p$
Total 2 electron can fit in an orbital of the 3p subshell.

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