Which of the following (n, ℓ, m_ℓ, m_s)combinations is impossible for an electron in an atom? A)3, 1, 1, -1/2 B)6, 2, 0, 1/2 C)3, 2, -2, -1/2 D)3, 1, -2, 1/2 E)1, 0, 0, -1/2

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The quantum number $m_{\ell}$ (magnetic quantum number) must be in the range $-\ell$ to $+\ell$, including zero. For choice D, with $\ell = 1$, $m_{\ell} = -2$ is impossible because it falls outside the allowed range of $-1$ to $+1$.

Which of the Following (N, ℓ, Mℓ, Ms)combinations Is Impossible

Which of the Following (N, ℓ, M_ℓ, M_s)combinations Is Impossible