If $n$ and $l$ represent the principal and azimuthal quantum numbers respectively,the formula used to determine the number of radial nodes possible for a given orbital is:

  • A
    $(n-l)$
  • B
    $(n-l+1)$
  • C
    $(n-l-1)$
  • D
    $(n-2)$

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