Question

Which of the following describes the shape of orbital?

• A. Principal quantum number
• B. Azimuthal quantum number
• C. Magnetic quantum number
• D. Spin quantum number

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Azimuthal quantum number gives information about the shapes of the various subshells present within the same principal shell.
Note: Size of orbital - Principal quantum number. Orientation of orbitals - Magnetic quantum number