Question

how many electrons will a p sublevel hold?
(three images of p orbitals: 2px, 2py, 2pz)
10 electrons
3 electrons
2 electrons
6 electrons

Explanation:

Step1: Recall p sublevel orbitals

A p sublevel has 3 orbitals ( \( p_x \), \( p_y \), \( p_z \) ).

Step2: Apply electron per orbital rule

Each orbital can hold a maximum of 2 electrons (Pauli exclusion principle).

Step3: Calculate total electrons in p sublevel

Total electrons = Number of orbitals × Electrons per orbital = \( 3\times2 = 6 \).

Answer:

6 electrons (the option with "6 electrons")