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what is the INNER QUANTUM number ?
The INNER QUANTUM number is a quantum number used to describe the energy level and orbital shape of an electron within an atom.
The INNER QUANTUM number is represented by the letter "n" and can have values of 1, 2, 3, and so on. It is also known as the principal quantum number.
The INNER QUANTUM number tells us the energy level of an electron within an atom. The higher the value of n, the greater the energy level of the electron.
The INNER QUANTUM number determines the shape of an electron's orbital. The value of n corresponds to the number of subshells within an energy level and therefore, the number of possible orbital shapes for that energy level.
No, the INNER QUANTUM number must be a positive integer. This is because it represents the number of energy levels above the nucleus and there cannot be a fraction of an energy level.