Which quantum number provides information about the shape of an orbital?

Which quantum number provides information about the shape of an orbital?
  1. Spin quantum number
  2. Azimuthal quantum number
  3. Magnetic quantum number
  4. Principal quantum number

Solution

The azimuthal quantum number is given the shape of the orbital. It is a quantum number for an atomic orbital that determines its orbital angular momentum and describes its shape. The azimuthal quantum number is the second of a set of quantum numbers representing an electron's unique quantum state. For example l = 0 represent spherical orbital, l=1 represent dumbbell shape orbital
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

Asked in: AP EAMCET 2022 (04 Jul Shift 2)

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