Question

Chapter 7, Post, Question 8

Each of the following sets of quantum numbers is supposed to specify an orbital. However, each set contains one quantum number that is not allowed. Replace the quantum number that is not allowed with one that is allowed. (Each change indicated in bold.) Multiple choice.

Part A:

n=3, l=3, ml=+2

a. n=3, l=3, ml=0

b. n=3, l=2, ml=+2

c. n=2, l=3, ml=+2

d. n=3, l=3, ml=+3

Part B:

n=3, l=0, ml=+3

a. n=3, l=1, ml=+3

b. n=0, l=0, ml=+3

c. n=3, l=0, ml=+1

d. n=3, l=0, ml=0

Part C:

n=1, l=1, ml=0

a. n=1, l=1, ml=+1

b. n=1, l=0, ml=0

c. n=1, l=2, ml=0

d. n=0, l=1, ml=0