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How many p-orbitals are occupied in a Ar atom?

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Step-by-step explanation:

Quantum mechanics stipulates that for each energy level, the p sub shell contains 3 orbitals, px, py, and pz. These orbitals are oriented in alignment with x, y, and axis.

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Answer:

6

Step-by-step explanation:

p orbital can hold up to six electron. Argon electron configuration will be 1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p⁶

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