Chemistry-Orbitals
NEET Chemistry Orbitals Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11
Assertion (A): Electrons in s orbitals shield the outer electrons from the nucleus more effectively than those in p orbitals. | Reason (R): Electrons in s orbitals spend more time close to the nucleus due to their spherical shape.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false but R is true.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that s orbital electrons shield outer electrons more effectively and spend more time near the nucleus due to their spherical shape, thus explaining the assertion.
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