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.