MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #754

The maximum number of electrons that can occupy the M-shell (n=3) is

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #754

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The maximum number of electrons that can occupy the M-shell (n=3) is

    • A) 8
    • B) 18
    • C) 32
    • D) 50

    Answer: 18

    Explanation: For n=3, l can be 0, 1, or 2, corresponding to s, p, and d orbitals, which can hold 2+6+10=18 electrons.