The values of $n$ and $\ell$ for a $4 f$ subshell are
A) $n = 3 , \ell = - 3$.
B) $n = 4 , l = 3$.
C) $n = 4 , l = 4$.
D) $n = 3 , l = 3$.
E) $n = 4 , \ell = 2$.

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The principal quantum number $n$ indicates the shell level and is equal to 4 for a $4f$ subshell. The azimuthal quantum number $\ell$ defines the subshell type, where $s = 0, p = 1, d = 2$, and $f = 3$. Therefore, for a $4f$ subshell, $n = 4$ and $\ell = 3$.

The Values Of nnn And ℓ\ellℓ For A 4f4 f4f Subshell Are A) n=3,ℓ=−3n = 3 , \ell = - 3n=3,ℓ=−3

The Values Of $n$ And $\ell$ For A $4 f$ Subshell Are
A) $n = 3 , \ell = - 3$