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Which describes orbital :-

A

`Psi`

B

`Psi ^(2)`

C

`|Psi^(2)|Psi`

D

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To solve the question "Which describes orbital?", we need to analyze the given options and determine which one correctly describes an orbital in the context of atomic structure. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the term "orbital":** An orbital is a mathematical function that describes the wave-like behavior of electrons in an atom. It is characterized by a wave function, which provides information about the probability of finding an electron in a particular region around the nucleus. 2. **Analyzing Option A: psi (Ψ):** - The symbol psi (Ψ) represents the wave function of an electron in quantum mechanics. - It describes the amplitude of the orbital and is fundamental to understanding the behavior of electrons in atoms. - **Conclusion:** This option describes an orbital. 3. **Analyzing Option B: psi squared (Ψ²):** - Psi squared (Ψ²) represents the probability density of finding an electron in a particular region of space. - While it is related to orbitals, it does not describe the orbital itself; rather, it describes the probability associated with the orbital. - **Conclusion:** This option does not describe an orbital. 4. **Analyzing Option C: psi squared times psi (Ψ²Ψ):** - This expression combines the probability density with the wave function, but it does not provide a clear description of an orbital. - It is not a standard term used to describe orbitals in quantum mechanics. - **Conclusion:** This option does not describe an orbital. 5. **Analyzing Option D: (not specified, but assumed incorrect based on previous analysis):** - Since options B and C have already been determined to be incorrect, and option A is the only one that describes an orbital, we conclude that option D is also incorrect. ### Final Conclusion: The correct option that describes an orbital is **Option A: psi (Ψ)**.

To solve the question "Which describes orbital?", we need to analyze the given options and determine which one correctly describes an orbital in the context of atomic structure. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the term "orbital":** An orbital is a mathematical function that describes the wave-like behavior of electrons in an atom. It is characterized by a wave function, which provides information about the probability of finding an electron in a particular region around the nucleus. 2. **Analyzing Option A: psi (Ψ):** ...
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