Question

The maximum number of electrons in s, p and d sub shells are:

• A. 2 in each
• B. 2, 4 and 6
• C. 2, 6 and 10
• D. 2, 6 and 12

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2, 6 and 10

The maximum number of electron in subshells can be given as follow:

Sublevel Electrons

$s$ 1 2

$p$ 3 6

$d$ 5 10