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What is the region of space around the nucleus where an electron is likely to be found?
What is the region of space around the nucleus where an electron is likely to be found?
- Electron cloud
- Atomic orbital (correct)
- Nuclear zone
- Electron sphere
What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy an atomic orbital?
What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy an atomic orbital?
- Three
- One
- Two (correct)
- Four
What determines the shape and orientation of atomic orbitals?
What determines the shape and orientation of atomic orbitals?
- The position of the nucleus
- The type of orbital (correct)
- The number of electrons in the orbital
- The speed of the electron
What is the label given to the type of orbital that has a specific shape and orientation in space?
What is the label given to the type of orbital that has a specific shape and orientation in space?
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What is the main characteristic of atomic orbitals?
What is the main characteristic of atomic orbitals?
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Study Notes
Atomic Orbitals
- An atomic orbital is a region of space around the nucleus where an electron is likely to be found at any given time.
- Orbitals differ from each other in shape and orientation in space.
- There are various types of orbitals, which are labelled as s, p, d, f, etc.
- Each atomic orbital can hold a maximum of two electrons.
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Explore the concept of atomic orbitals, understanding their definition, shape, and orientation in space. Learn about the different types of orbitals like s, p, d, and f, and how many electrons they can hold.
