The maximum number of electrons in a p-orbital with n = 6 and m = 0 can be :
A
14
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B
6
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C
2
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D
10
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Solution
The correct option is B 2 The maximum number of electrons in a p-orbital with n = 6 and m = 0 can be 2. One will have a spin of +1/2 and the other will have a spin of -1/2. Hence, the correct option is C