The shape of atomic orbitals is given by:

spin quantum number

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magnetic quantum number

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Azimuthal quantum number

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principal uantum number

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Solution

The correct option is C Azimuthal quantum number
Azimuthal quantum number gives shape to an atomic orbital.

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Which of the following statements concerning the quantum numbers are correct ?

(a) The angular momentum quantum number determines the three-dimensional shape of the orbital

(b) The principal quantum number determines the orientation and energy of the orbital

(d). Spin quantum number of an electron determines the orientation of the spin of electron relative to the chosen axis.

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The shape of an orbital is given by the quantum number

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