Practice - Subshells, Orbital Shapes, and Radial Distribution
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Practice Questions
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Describe the shape of an s orbital.
💡 Hint: Think about how it would look in space around the nucleus.
How many radial nodes does a 2s orbital have?
💡 Hint: Use the formula n - 1 where n is the principal quantum number.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the shape of an f orbital?
💡 Hint: Think about how the complexity of these orbitals compare to others.
True or False: A 2p orbital has two radial nodes.
💡 Hint: Remember how to calculate radial nodes based on the principal quantum number.
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Challenge Problems
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If an atom has a 3d orbital, how many radial nodes would it possess? Explain the calculation.
💡 Hint: Remember to apply the formula for radial nodes in your calculation.
What are the implications of orbital shapes on chemical bonding? Provide a detailed explanation.
💡 Hint: Consider how the geometry of orbitals can influence interaction in compounds.
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