When filling a set of orbitals of equal energy which of the following is true?
A) There are no sets of orbitals of equal energy.
B) Two electrons will occupy the same orbital rather than separate orbitals.
C) Two electrons will occupy different orbitals and have opposing spins.
D) Two electrons will occupy different orbitals and have like spins.

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When filling a set of orbitals of equal energy, the electrons will occupy different orbitals and will have like spins, following Hund's rule. This results in the most stable electron configuration.

When Filling a Set of Orbitals of Equal Energy Which