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What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in a shell? Write formula.

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The maximum number of electrons that can be accomodated in a shell depends on the value of 'n'. It can be calculated using the formula: `2n^(2)`
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  • What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in k shell?

    A
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    B
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    C
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    D
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    B
    `2(l +1 )`
    C
    `2(2l +2)`
    D
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