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The total number of d orbitals in the third principal energy
level is

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Answer:

Five.

Step-by-step explanation:

The third principal energy level has one s orbital, three p orbitals, and five d orbitals, which can each hold up to 10 electrons. This allows for a maximum of 18 electrons.

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