Multiple choice

The principal quantum number is related to the

  1. size of the orbital

  2. orientation of the orbital in space

  3. orbital angular momentum

  4. spin angular momentum

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Explanation

The principal quantum number 'n' represents the relative overall energy of each orbital and the energy of each orbital increases as the distance from the nucleus increases.

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