This is an exercise in using and understanding the quantum numbers (n, l, ml, and ms. When you click "New Question", a question will appear in the box below. Determine the value of the answer, enter it in the cell provided or use the radio buttons to select an answer provided then click "Check Answer."
Results will be shown below so that you can better assess your knowledge. Based upon the nature of the question, you will answer it by entering a number, a string such as "3s," or clicking a radio button to answer Yes (Y) or No (N). Once you have answered the question appropriately, press "Check Answer" (except if it's a Y or N question) and the results will be updated.
Homework Requirement: Perform 10 problems (Total Done NOT necessarily Total Correct) and then submit your score using the "Submit your score" button below. If you are unsatisfied with your score out of 10 total done then refresh the page BEFORE submitting your score. This will clear the page and you will be able to restart. This can mean a better score through additional work. Be sure to complete the form on the page you arrive at... if there is no name then there is no grade for that student.
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The javascripting that powers this practice problem generator was produced by Professor George Wiger of California State University Dominguez Hills.