What is the total number of electrons possible in the 2p orbitals
A) 3
B) 6
C) 10
D) Since it depends on the particular atom that has the 2p orbital this cannot be answered without more information.
E) None of the above

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The 2p orbitals can hold a total of 6 electrons, as there are three 2p orbitals (2px, 2py, 2pz), and each orbital can hold 2 electrons with opposite spins.

What Is the Total Number of Electrons Possible in the 2p