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Chemistry Question on Molecular Orbital Theory

Orbital is :

A

circular path around the nucleus in which the electrons revolves

B

space around the nucleus where the probablity of finding the electron is maximum

C

amplitude of electron wave

D

none of the above

Answer

space around the nucleus where the probablity of finding the electron is maximum

Explanation

Solution

An orbital is a three dimensional region of definite shape around the nucleus where the probability of finding an electron is maximum.