Which of the following sets of quantum numbers is correct for an electron in a $4f$ orbital?

  • A
    $n = 4, l = 3, m = +1, s = +\frac{1}{2}$
  • B
    $n = 4, l = 4, m = -4, s = -\frac{1}{2}$
  • C
    $n = 4, l = 3, m = +4, s = +\frac{1}{2}$
  • D
    $n = 3, l = 2, m = -2, s = +\frac{1}{2}$

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