Atomic Structure Question 270

Question: When the azimuthal quantum number has a value of $ l=1 $ , the shape of the orbital is

Options:

A) Unsymmetrical

B) Spherically symmetrical

C) Dumb-bell

D) Complicated

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

For p-orbital, $ l=1 $ means dumb-bell shape.



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