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AP EAMCET · Chemistry · Structure of Atom

Which quantum number provides information about the shape of an orbital?

  1. A Spin quantum number
  2. B Azimuthal quantum number
  3. C Magnetic quantum number
  4. D Principal quantum number
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(B) Azimuthal quantum number

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The azimuthal quantum number is given the shape of the orbital. It is a quantum number for an atomic orbital that determines its orbital angular momentum and describes its shape. The azimuthal quantum number is the second of a set of quantum numbers representing an electron's…
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