Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2025

In a multielectron atom, which of the following orbitals described by three quantum numbers will have same energy in absence of electric and magnetic fields?

A. $\mathrm{n}=1, \mathrm{l}=0, \mathrm{~m}_1=0$

B. $\mathrm{n}=2, \mathrm{l}=0, \mathrm{~m}_1=0$

C. $\mathrm{n}=2, \mathrm{I}=1, \mathrm{~m}_1=1$

D. $\mathrm{n}=3, \mathrm{l}=2, \mathrm{~m}_1=1$

E. $\mathrm{n}=3, \mathrm{l}=2, \mathrm{~m}_1=0$

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A B and C Only
  2. B C and D Only
  3. C A and B Only
  4. D D and E Only Correct answer

Solution

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Atomic Structure · Topic: Bohr's Model

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