Practice Subshells, Orbital Shapes, and Radial Distribution - 2.6.2 | Unit 2: Atomic Structure | IB Grade 11: Chemistry
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2.6.2 - Subshells, Orbital Shapes, and Radial Distribution

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Describe the shape of an s orbital.

💡 Hint: Think about how it would look in space around the nucleus.

Question 2

Easy

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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Question 1

What is the shape of an f orbital?

  • Spherical
  • Dumbbell
  • Complex

💡 Hint: Think about how the complexity of these orbitals compare to others.

Question 2

True or False: A 2p orbital has two radial nodes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember how to calculate radial nodes based on the principal quantum number.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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