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What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in a shell whose principal quantum number ('n') is 4?

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10

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18

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32

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54

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Solution

The correct option is C 32
Maximum number of electrons in a shell $= 2 n^{2}$
$= 2 \times 4^{2}$
$= 32$

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