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Which one of the following orbitals can hold only two electrons?


A

2p

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3s

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C

4d

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D

5f

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Solution

The correct option is B

3s


3s orbital can hold up only 2 electrons.

2p orbital can hold up 6 electrons.

4d orbital can hold up 10 electrons.

5f orbital can hold up 14 electrons.


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