Determine the maximum number of electrons that can be found in each of the following subshells: a. 3s b. 3d c. 4p d. 4f.

a. 2

b. 10

c. 6

d. 14

Explanation:

The maximum number of the electrons which can be filled in the s orbital are: - 2

The maximum number of the electrons which can be filled in the p orbital are: - 6

The maximum number of the electrons which can be filled in the d orbital are: - 10

The maximum number of the electrons which can be filled in the f orbital are: - 14

Thus,

a. 3s can have maximum of 2 electrons.

b. 3d can have maximum of 10 electrons.

c. 4p can have maximum of 6 electrons.

d. 4f can have maximum of 14 electrons.