Which quantum number represents the spin of the electrons?

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Zackary Phelps

Physics

2 July, 11:50

Which quantum number represents the spin of the electrons?

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Jacqueline Gibson · Answer 1

angular momentum

Explanation:

The Spin Quantum Number (ms) describes the angular momentum of an electron. An electron spins around an axis and has both angular momentum and orbital angular momentum. Because angular momentum is a vector, the Spin Quantum Number (s) has both a magnitude (1/2) and direction ( + or - ).