MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #723

A student needs to calculate the total number of orbitals available in the M-shell (n=3). Which formula correctly determines this value?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #723

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A student needs to calculate the total number of orbitals available in the M-shell (n=3). Which formula correctly determines this value?

    • A) 2n
    • B) 2n + 1
    • C) n^2
    • D) 2n^2

    Answer: n^2

    Explanation: The formula n-squared gives the total orbitals in a shell; 2n-squared calculates the maximum number of electrons instead.