NEET Chemistry Quantum Mechanical Model MCQ Question
What does the square of the wave function (ψ²) represent in the quantum mechanical model of the atom?
The probability density of the electron at a point
The energy level of the electron in the atom
The shape of the orbital occupied by the electron
The speed of the electron in a given orbital
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The square of the wave function (i.e., ψ²) at a point gives the probability density of the electron at that point, as stated by Max Born.
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