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Q · Structure of the AtomMedium · 45s
Which of these quantum numbers has only two possible values?
TopicStructure of the Atom
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Spin quantum number (s) = +1/2 or -1/2.
Final Answer: Option D — s