azimuthal quantum number

noun

The quantum number that represents the angular momentum of an atomic orbital.

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Meanings

nounazimuthal quantum number (plural azimuthal quantum numbers)

plural azimuthal quantum numbers

  1. natural sciencesThe quantum number that represents the angular momentum of an atomic orbital.
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