What is the maximum number of electrons that can be filled in 3d subshell?
A
14
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B
2
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C
10
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D
6
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Solution
The correct option is C
10
There are 5 orbitals in d subshell and each orbital can accommodate 2 electrons. Hence maximum number of electrons that can be filled in 3d subshell is 10.