What are the Four Quantum Numbers in Stationary States of the Hydrogen Atom?

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The four quantum numbers for the stationary states of the hydrogen atom are n, l, m, and σ. The principal quantum number n indicates the energy level, while the azimuthal quantum number l describes the shape of the orbital. The magnetic quantum number m specifies the orientation of the orbital in space. The spin quantum number σ represents the intrinsic spin of the electron. Understanding these quantum numbers is essential for describing the behavior of electrons in hydrogen.
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Q: Explain the meanings of the four quantum numbers, n, l, m, σ which label the stationary states of the electron in the hydrogen atom.

i know what n and m are i can't find anywhere wat l is but i think its radius of orbit, but what is σ?

help would be much appreciated.
 
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aidantof said:
but what is σ?
That's the spin quantum number. The other three are spatial quantum numbers.

Try this: Quantum Numbers, Hydrogen Atom.
 
oh excellent, cheers big doc al!
 

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