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The total number of orbitals in an energ...

The total number of orbitals in an energy level designated by principal quantum number n is equal to

A

2n

B

`2n^2`

C

`n`

D

`n^2`

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The correct Answer is:
D
No. of electrons =`2n^2` hence no. of orbital `=(2n^2)/2=n^2`
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