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Atomic Structure Magnetic Quantum Number and Orbital Orientation

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An orbital has quantum numbers n = 2, ℓ = 1 and mℓ = 0. It is commonly represented as:

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Correct Answer: D) 2pz

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n = 2 and ℓ = 1 identify a 2p orbital. By the usual convention, mℓ = 0 corresponds to the 2pz orbital.

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