how to find which is quantum number and magnetic quantum number
Ya got me. However, the topic is discussed here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnetic_quantum_number
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To determine the quantum number and magnetic quantum number for an atom or subatomic particle, you need to understand the basic principles of quantum mechanics.
1. Start by identifying the element or particle you are interested in. Each element has a unique set of electron orbitals, and each subatomic particle has its own quantum numbers.
2. Determine the principal quantum number (n). This quantum number describes the energy level and size of the orbital. It can have values of 1, 2, 3, and so on. The larger the value of n, the higher the energy level and the larger the orbital.
3. Determine the angular momentum quantum number (l). This quantum number determines the shape of the orbital. It can have integer values ranging from 0 to (n - 1), corresponding to the different orbital shapes. For example:
- l = 0 corresponds to an s orbital (spherical shape).
- l = 1 corresponds to a p orbital (dumbbell shape).
- l = 2 corresponds to a d orbital (cloverleaf shape).
- l = 3 corresponds to an f orbital (complex shape).
4. Determine the magnetic quantum number (ml). This quantum number describes the orientation of the orbital in three-dimensional space. It can have integer values ranging from -l to +l, including 0. For example, if l = 2, then ml can take on values of -2, -1, 0, 1, or 2.
To summarize, the quantum number (n) indicates the energy level, the quantum number (l) indicates the shape of the orbital, and the magnetic quantum number (ml) indicates the orientation of the orbital.
Keep in mind that these quantum numbers are specific to electrons in atoms. Other particles, such as protons and neutrons, have their own set of quantum numbers used to describe their properties.