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In which types of orbitals, such as p, d, or f, does the pairing of electrons occur later, following Hund's rule?
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Options:
  • A P orbitals with the entry of the 2nd electron.
  • B D orbitals with the entry of the 3rd electron.
  • C F orbitals with the entry of the 7th electron.
  • D P orbitals with the entry of the 4th electron.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: F orbitals with the entry of the 7th electron.
"pairing of electrons will start in the p, d and f orbitals with the entry of 4th, 6th and 8th electron, respectively."

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