Q.

Each of the following atomic orbitals is possible except:

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a

2p

b

4d

c

1s

d

3f

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Atomic orbitals are possible, except is 3f.

Since the first shell may only contain a maximum of two electrons, only the 1s orbital exists in this shell. This means that there is no 1p orbital. With a maximum of 8 electrons, the second shell can contain both 2s and 2 orbitals. Because of this, there are no 3f orbitals.

Hence, option C is correct.

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Each of the following atomic orbitals is possible except: