Which of the following quantum number determines the direction of spin of an electron?

n

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Solution

The correct option is D $s$
The direction of spin of an electron is represented by the spin quantum number which is represented by $s$ .
If the electron revolves around the nucleus in clockwise manner then $s$ = +1/2
If the electron revolves around the nucleus in anti clockwise manner then $s$ = -1/2.

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s = \frac{- 1}{2}

m = + 3

Question 21

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.

m_{s} = + \frac{1}{2}

n = 3

m_{s} = - \frac{1}{2}

n l m s

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