Chemistry-Orbitals
NEET Chemistry Orbitals MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
How many nodal planes does a 3d orbital have in comparison to a 2p orbital?
A
2 more nodal planes
B
1 more nodal plane
C
3 more nodal planes
D
Same number of nodal planes
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
A 3d orbital has 2 angular nodes, while a 2p orbital has 1 angular node, resulting in 2 more nodal planes for the 3d orbital.
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