Which of the following is a possible set of quantum numbers for a 3d orbital? A)n 3, 1, m_e 1 B)n 3, 0, m_e 0 C)n 3, 2, m_e 3 D)n 3, 2, m_e 0 E)n 3, 1, m_e 2

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For a 3d orbital, the principal quantum number (n) should be 3 and the azimuthal quantum number (l) should be 2 (since d orbitals have l=2). 
Hence, the only choice that has n=3, l=2, and m(l)=2 is D.

Which of the Following Is a Possible Set of Quantum