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If two subshells have equal n + l values, which is filled first under the Aufbau rule?
AThe one with higher n
BThe one with lower l only
CThe one with lower n
DBoth fill together
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The one with lower n
When n + l is tied, the subshell with the lowest n is filled first.
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