Which set of quantum numbers is not possible

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The discussion centers on the validity of various sets of quantum numbers in quantum mechanics. The sets provided include: (a) N = 5, l = 3, ml = 0, ms = -1/2; (b) N = 1, l = 0, ml = 0, ms = 1/2; (c) N = 3, l = 2, ml = 1, ms = 1/2; (d) N = 4, l = 3, ml = -3, ms = 1/2; and (e) N = 5, l = 2, ml = 0, ms = -1/2. All sets are deemed valid according to quantum mechanics principles, specifically the quantum number rules. The discussion suggests a possible misinterpretation of the question, hinting that it may be inquiring about quantum numbers relevant to ground states of known elements.

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Which set of quantum numbers is not possible?
a. N = 5, l =3 , ml = 0 , ms = -1/2
b. N = 1, l = 0, ml = 0 , ms = 1/2
c. N = 3 ,l = 2, ml = 1, ms = 1/2
d. N = 4, l = 3, ml = -3, ms = 1/2
e. N = 5, l = 2, ml = 0, ms = -1/2

They all look possible to me and there is no none of the above option in the question
 
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i think the question is wrong :P
 
Taken verbatim all these answers are perfectly correct sets of quantum numbers.

Perhaps what the question is trying to ask is "which of these do appear in the ground states of known elements". But I am just guessing/speculating.
 

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