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Which of the following orbitals do not exist: $1 p, 2 s$ $2 d, 3 p, 3 d, 3 f, 4 g ?$
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The principal quantum number (n) can be any positive integer. The azimuthal quantum number (l) can be any integer from 0 to n-1. The magnetic quantum number (m) can be any integer from -l to +l. The spin quantum number (s) can be either +1/2 or -1/2. Show more…
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