NEET Chemistry Orbitals MCQ Question
Consider a boundary surface diagram representing a p orbital, with three lobes depicted. Each lobe is oriented along one of the three axes. Which of the following correctly identifies the designations of these orbitals?
2p_x, 2p_y, 2p_z
3p_x, 3p_y, 3p_z
2p_x, 3p_y, 2p_z
3p_x, 2p_y, 3p_z
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The three p orbitals (2p_x, 2p_y, and 2p_z) have lobes oriented along the x, y, and z axes, respectively. These labels reflect their orientation, not necessarily their energy level.
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