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QUESTION #4364
Question 1
Shape of orbital is determined by quantum number:
Correct Answer Explanation
The azimuthal (angular momentum) quantum number $l$ determines the shape of an orbital: $l=0$ (s, spherical), $l=1$ (p, dumbbell), $l=2$ (d, cloverleaf), $l=3$ (f, complex).
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