A-LevelChemistryAtomic structure9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2019 · Q31 Mark
Which statement about a 3p orbital is correct?
AIt can hold a maximum of 6 electrons.
BIt has the highest energy of the orbitals with principal quantum number 3.
CIt is at a higher energy level than a 3s orbital but has the same shape.
DIt is occupied by one electron in an isolated phosphorus atom.
✓ Correct answer
D: It is occupied by one electron in an isolated phosphorus atom.
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