MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #776

What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the M shell?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #776

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the M shell?

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

    Answer: 18

    Explanation: M shell has n=3, max electrons = 2n^2 = 18. Option C is for N shell.