Question:

The nuclear spin quantum number (\(I\)) of a nucleus is \(3/2\). When placed in an external magnetic field, the number of possible spin energy states (\(2I+1\)) it can occupy is:

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Plug I = 3/2 into 2I + 1.
Updated On: Jul 3, 2026
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Number of states = 2I+1.
Step 2: 2(1.5)+1=4.
Step 3: mI = -3/2,-1/2,+1/2,+3/2.
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