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Which of the following quantum numbers describes a d-orbital in the fourth energy level?

a. n = 4, l = 0, m = 0              
b. n = 3, l = 1, m = 0
c. n = 3, l = -1, m = 0          
d. n = 4, l = 2, m = 0

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Answer:

d. n = 4, l = 2, m = 0

Step-by-step explanation:

A d-orbital in the fourth energy level can only be represented by n = 4, l = 2, m = 0.

n is the principal quantum number(n) which signifies the energy level, here it is 4;

l is the azimuthal quantum number or l which signifies the shape of the subshell, it takes a value of n - 1, 0,1,2 or 3

m is the magnetic quantum number(m) which can be -2, -1, 0, 1 , 2

So, the right and fitting solution is n = 4, l = 2, m = 0

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