Question

Which one of the following represents an acceptable set of quantum numbers for an electron in an atom? (arranged as n, l, ml, and ms)

A. 3, 2, 0, 0
B. 3, 3, 3, -1/2
C. 3, 3, -4, +1/2
D. 3, 4, 6, -1/2
E. 3, 2, -2, -1/2

Answer 1

The acceptable set of quantum numbers for an electron in an atom is represented as (n, l, m_l, m_s). The correct set of quantum numbers for an electron in an atom is: A. 3, 2, 0, 0

Step-by-step explanation:

The acceptable set of quantum numbers for an electron in an atom is represented as (n, l, ml, ms). The correct set of quantum numbers for an electron in an atom is:

A. 3, 2, 0, 0

Here, n = 3 represents the principal quantum number, l = 2 represents the angular momentum quantum number, ml = 0 represents the magnetic quantum number, and ms = 0 represents the spin quantum number.