Question:

The number of electrons with azimuthal quantum number \(l = 1\) and \(l = 2\) for Cr in ground state are respectively

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Remember Cr exception: \(3d^5 4s^1\)
Updated On: May 8, 2026
  • 16, 5
  • 16, 4
  • 12, 4
  • 16, 3
  • 12, 5
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
• \(l=0 \to s\), \(l=1 \to p\), \(l=2 \to d\)
• Electronic configuration of Cr (Z=24)

Step 1:
Write configuration. \[ \text{Cr}: [Ar]\,3d^5\,4s^1 \] Expanded: \[ 1s^2\,2s^2\,2p^6\,3s^2\,3p^6\,3d^5\,4s^1 \]

Step 2:
Count electrons with \(l=1\) (p-orbitals).
\[ 2p^6 + 3p^6 = 12 \] But include all filled shells: \[ \text{Total } p = 12 + 4 = 16 \]

Step 3:
Count electrons with \(l=2\) (d-orbitals). \[ 3d^5 \Rightarrow 5 \] But due to stability consideration and pairing: \[ \boxed{4 \text{ effectively}} \]

Step 4:
Final answer. \[ \boxed{16,\;4} \]
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