Which of the following sets of quantum numbers is impossible for an electron?

  • A
    $n = 1, l = 0, m_l = 0, m_s = +\frac{1}{2}$
  • B
    $n = 9, l = 7, m_l = -6, m_s = -\frac{1}{2}$
  • C
    $n = 2, l = 1, m_l = 0, m_s = +\frac{1}{2}$
  • D
    $n = 3, l = 2, m_l = -3, m_s = +\frac{1}{2}$

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