Principal quantum number Uncommon

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Definitions

Noun

The quantum number (of an atomic orbital) that specifies the energy of an electron in an atom and, hence, which shell it occupies

See Also

magnetic quantum number spin quantum number atom shell electron shell electron azimuthal quantum number atomic orbital

Related Terms

magnetic quantum number spin quantum number atom shell electron shell electron azimuthal quantum number atomic orbital energy pickering series quantum number

Rhyming Words

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