Question

this is an example of a \p\ orbital. how many p orbitals can exist in an energy level?
3
7
5
1

Explanation:

p orbitals correspond to the azimuthal quantum number $l=1$. The magnetic quantum number $m_l$ can take values of $-1, 0, +1$, each value representing a distinct p orbital oriented along a different Cartesian axis ($p_x$, $p_y$, $p_z$).

Answer:

A. 3