Questions: Numeric Entry Work - Aktiv C app.aktiv.com Question 6 of 20 How many different types of orbitals are present in the g-subshell?

Transcript text: Numeric Entry Work - Aktiv C app.aktiv.com Question 6 of 20 How many different types of orbitals are present in the g-subshell?

Solution

Solution Steps

Step 1: Understanding the g-subshell

In quantum chemistry, orbitals are defined by quantum numbers. The g-subshell corresponds to a specific azimuthal quantum number, \( l \). The azimuthal quantum number \( l \) determines the shape of the orbital and is related to the subshell type. The g-subshell is associated with \( l = 4 \).

Step 2: Determining the Number of Orbitals

The number of orbitals in a subshell is given by the formula \( 2l + 1 \). This formula accounts for all possible magnetic quantum numbers \( m_l \), which range from \(-l\) to \(+l\).

For the g-subshell, where \( l = 4 \):

\[ 2l + 1 = 2(4) + 1 = 9 \]