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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the second energy level (n=2)?

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the second energy level (n=2)?
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  • A 2 electrons
  • B 18 electrons
  • C 8 electrons
  • D 32 electrons
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The correct answer is (b). The second energy level (n=2) can hold a maximum of 8 electrons. It consists of two subshells, 2s and 2p, which can hold 2 and 6 electrons, respectively.

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