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What is the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the N-shell (fourth shell) of an atom?

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  • A8
  • B18
  • C32
  • D50
Explanation

The maximum number of electrons in a shell is given by the formula 2n², where n is the shell number. For the N-shell (n=4), the maximum number of electrons is 2 * (4)² = 2 * 16 = 32 electrons.

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