2.6.2 - Shapes of Atomic Orbitals
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What shape is an s orbital?
💡 Hint: Think about the simplest geometric shape.
How many p orbitals are present at the second energy level?
💡 Hint: Remember the letter designation for p orbitals.
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Which of the following orbitals is spherical?
💡 Hint: Think of the simplest shape.
True or False: d orbitals exist in spherical shapes.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of their shapes, which are not uniform.
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Calculate the probable area in which an electron in a 2p orbital could be found as compared to a 1s orbital.
💡 Hint: Consider the areas defined by the probability densities.
Using quantum numbers, describe the equivalent orbital of an electron with n=4 and l=3.
💡 Hint: Recall how l determines subshell designation.
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