azimuthal quantum number
noun Physics.
the quantum number that designates the orbital angular momentum of a particular quantum state of an electron in an atom and that assumes integral values from zero to one less than the value of the principal quantum number.
Nearby words
azimuth, azimuth bar, azimuth circle, azimuthal equidistant projection, azimuthal projection, azimuthal quantum number, azine, azine dye, azlocillin sodium, azlon, aznar
Also called orbital quantum number.
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Science definitions for azimuthal quantum number
azimuthal quantum number
See under quantum number.
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