The probability density plots of ls and 2s orbitals are given in figure.
The density of dots in a region represents the probability density of finding electrons in the region.
On the basis of above diagram which of the following statements is incorrect?

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1s and 2s orbitals are spherical in shape

The probability of finding the electron is maximum near the nucleus

The probability of finding the electron at a given distance is equal in all directions

The probability density of electrons for 2s orbital decreases uniformly as distance from the nucleus increases

answer is D.

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The probability density of electrons in 2s orbital first increases then decreases and after that it begins to increases again as distance increases from nucleus

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