Quantum Numbers

Question 1

Principle Quantum Number (n)

Answer 1

specifies energy level of an electron where n=1,2,3,4…

Question 2

Angular Momentum Quantum Number (l)

Answer 2

specifies the shape of an orbital where l=0,1,2,3

range is n-1

Question 3

Magnetic Quantum Number (Ml)

Answer 3

spatial orientation of the orbital where Ml= -l to +l

Question 4

Spin Quantum Number (Ms)

Answer 4

specifies negative or positive half spin (+1/2 and -1/2)