wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
5
You visited us 5 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

The magnetic quantum is a number related to:

A
size
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
shape
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
orientation
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
spin
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is C orientation
The magnetic quantum is a number related to orientation. it determines the preferred orientation of orbitals in space. It gives the number of orbitals in sub-orbit. It explains Zeeman and Stark effects.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Quantum Numbers
CHEMISTRY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon