The designations s,p,d,f designate
A)different electron energy levels.
B)different electron orbitals within an energy level.
C)different types of electrons.
D)valence electrons.

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The designations s, p, d, and f indicate different electron orbitals within an energy level, which can hold a maximum of 2, 6, 10, and 14 electrons, respectively. Each orbital has a different shape or orientation within the energy level, denoted by a specific letter or symbol.

The Designations S,p,d,f Designate