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Atomic Structure Electron Capacity of Subshells

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How many electrons can be accommodated in a subshell for which n = 3 and ℓ = 1?

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Correct Answer: B) 6

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ℓ = 1 represents a p-subshell. A p-subshell contains 3 orbitals, each holding 2 electrons. Maximum electrons = 3 × 2 = 6.

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