JIPMER2010ChemistryStructure of Atom
The quantum numbers + 1 2 and - 1 2 for the electron spin represent
Options
- Arotation of the electron in clockwise and anticlockwise direction respectively
- Brotation of the electron in anticlockwise and clockwise direction respectively
- Cmagnetic moment of the electron pointing up and down respectively
- Dtwo quantum mechanical spin states which have no classical analogues
Correct answer
D. two quantum mechanical spin states which have no classical analogues
Step-by-step solution
The quantum numbers + 1 2 and - 1 2 indicate the rotation of electrons around its axis in opposite directions. Hence, they represent the two quantum mechanical spin states which have no classical analogues.