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question 5 (0.5 points) listen how many total orbitals are possible for…

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question 5 (0.5 points) listen how many total orbitals are possible for the n = 2 shell? 3 4 5 6

Explanation:

Step1: Recall orbital - number formula

The number of orbitals in a shell with principal quantum number $n$ is given by $n^{2}$.

Step2: Substitute $n = 2$

When $n = 2$, we calculate $n^{2}=2^{2}=4$.

Answer:

B. 4