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The number of subshells associated with \(n = 4\) and \(m = -2\) quantum numbers is

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For \(n=4\), \(l = 0,1,2,3\). A value \(m=-2\) is possible only when \(l \ge 2\).
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

For \(n = 4\): \(l = 0, 1, 2, 3\) (s, p, d, f subshells).
The magnetic quantum number runs \(m = -l, \dots, +l\), so \(m = -2\) requires \(l \ge 2\).
Allowed: \(l = 2\) (4d) and \(l = 3\) (4f). Hence 2 subshells.
Answer: (2) 2
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