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Question : The orientation of an atomic orbital is governed by

Option 1: Principal quantum number

Option 2: Magnetic quantum number

Option 3: Spin quantum number

Option 4: Azimuthal quantum number


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Correct Answer: Magnetic quantum number


Solution : The correct option is the Magnetic quantum number.

An atomic orbital's orientation is determined by the magnetic quantum number (ml). The magnetic quantum number controls the spatial orientation or direction of an atomic orbital within an atom's subshell (s, p, d, or f). It describes the many spatial orientations or "orbitals" within a subshell, electrons inhabit diverse areas of space surrounding the nucleus.

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