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Q.

The probability density plots of ls and 2s orbitals are given in figure.

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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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a

1s and 2s orbitals are spherical in shape

b

The probability of finding the electron is maximum near the nucleus

c

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

d

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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