Join the Most Relevant JEE Main 2025 Test Series & get 99+ percentile! Join Now
Search any question & find its solution
Question: Answered & Verified by Expert
The relation between nm (nm=the number of permissible values of magnetic quantum number (m)) for a given value of azimuthal quantum number l, is
ChemistryStructure of AtomNEETNEET 2023 (All India)
Options:
  • A nm=l+2
  • B l=nm-12
  • C l=2nm+1
  • D nm=2l2+1
Solution:
2167 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: l=nm-12

The possible magnetic quantum number values for a given value of azimuthal quantum number l are -l to +l through 0. Suppose if l=1, the possible nm values are -1,0,+1. The mathematical formula can be written as follows,

nm=2l+1l=nm-12

Looking for more such questions to practice?

Download the MARKS App - The ultimate prep app for IIT JEE & NEET with chapter-wise PYQs, revision notes, formula sheets, custom tests & much more.