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Question
What is the maximum number of electrons that can go into the N shell of an atom?
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Solution
N is the 4th shell in an atom
For 4th energy level, n = 4.
The maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in N shell of an atom is
2 × 42 = 2 × 16 = 32
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