Each stationary state designated by a set of quantum numbers n, $l$ , m, m_s can be occupied by only A) one electron. B) two electrons. C) a set of electrons, the number of which depends on the quantum numbers. D) Hold on. None of the above answers is correct.

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According to the Pauli exclusion principle, each stationary state in an atom, defined by a unique set of quantum numbers (n, $l$, m, m_s), can be occupied by only one electron.

Each Stationary State Designated by a Set of Quantum Numbers lll

Each Stationary State Designated by a Set of Quantum Numbers $l$