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This document explains the shapes of atomic orbitals, focusing on s, p, and d orbitals. It describes how these shapes relate to the probability of finding electrons around the nucleus. The document also includes a quiz on the topic.

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Shape Of Atomic Orbitals 30 Zn Zinc 12 Mg agnesium M What is Orbitals? The space around the nucleus where there is high probabilit...

Shape Of Atomic Orbitals 30 Zn Zinc 12 Mg agnesium M What is Orbitals? The space around the nucleus where there is high probability to finding electrons are called "ORBITALS" Today we will represent to you the shape of atomic orbitals 1 2 3 "S Orbitals " "P Orbitals" "D Orbitals" An s-orbital is spherical a p-orbitals is with the nucleus at its a D orbitals are dumbbell-shaped centre. cloverleaf shaped.. and four of the five. where is this electron revolving around the nucleus? What is the shape of s S ORBITALS Orbitals? An s orbital has the lowest energy level among all orbitals. s orbitals can only It is characterised by its accommodate 2 electrons symmetrical, spherical shape around the nucleus of an atom. The size of the s orbital is also found to increase with the increase in the value of the principal quantum number (n). What is the shape P ORBITALS of p Orbitals? The p orbitals are dumbbell- shaped regions of space around the nucleus where electrons are likely It's a Symbol has three orbitals with to be found. There are three types accommodate 2 electrons (2px, 2py, 2pz), each oriented along one of the three axes (x, y, z). They have a nodal plane at the nucleus where the probability of finding an electron is zero, and their size increases as the principal quantum number ( n ) rises. What is the shape of D D ORBITALS Orbitals? The d orbitals are more complex in shape, often resembling It's a Symbol with 5 D cloverleaves, and there are five orbitals and each accommodate types (dxy, dyz, dzx, dx2-y2, dz2). 2 electrons They also increase in size with the principal quantum number ( n ) and important in the chemistry of transition metals, particularly in bonding and electron distribution. QUIZ TIME!! 30 Zn Zinc 12 Mg agnesium M 1. What is Orbitals? A. The space around the nucleus where there is high probability to finding electrons B. Describe where electrons are located around the nucleus of an atom. C. A negatively charged subatomic particle that can be either bound to an atom or free. D. A subatomic particle with a positive electrical charge 2. What is the shape of s orbitals A. Spherical B. Dumbbell-shaped C. Circle D. Oval 3. What is the shape of p orbitals? A. Dumbbell-shaped B. Spherical C. Four-leaf Clover shaped D. Circle 3. What is the shape of d orbitals? A. Four-leaf Clover shaped B. Spherical C. D. Circle

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