Chapter 6.7, Problem 1CP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The number of orbitals in $5f$ subshell is to be calculated.

Concept introduction:

The principal quantum number $\left(n\right)$ defines the shell and has integral values 1, 2, 3….

The angular momentum quantum number $\left(l\right)$ defines the subshell and hasa value from 0 to $n-1$.

Value of l	0	1	2	3
Type of subshell	s	p	d	f

For a certain value of $l$, there are $\left(2l+1\right)$ allowed orbitals, each having a different value of the magnetic quantum number.