The maximum number of electrons in the L shell of an atom is?

  • A 2
  • B 8
  • C 18
  • D 32
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The correct answer is B. 8

The maximum number of electrons present in a particular shell is calculated by the formula 2n2, where “n” represents the shell number. For instance, K shell is the first shell and it can hold up to 2(1)2 = 2 electrons. Similarly, L shell is the second shell and it can hold up to 2(2)2 = 8 electrons.

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