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Question
Which shell of an atom can accommodate a maximum of :
(a) 8 electrons ?
(b) 32 electrons ?
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Solution
(a) L shell of an atom can accommodate a maximum of 8 electrons.
(b) N shell of an atom can accommodate a maximum of 32 electrons.
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