Correct set of four quantum numbers for the outermost electron of rubidium $(Z=37)$ is :

  • A
    $n=5, l=0, m_l=0, m_s=+1/2$
  • B
    $n=5, l=1, m_l=0, m_s=+1/2$
  • C
    $n=5, l=1, m_l=1, m_s=+1/2$
  • D
    $n=6, l=0, m_l=0, m_s=+1/2$

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