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Which orbital give an electron the great...

Which orbital give an electron the greatest probability of being found close to the nucleus

A

3p

B

3d

C

3s

D

Equal

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The correct Answer is:
C
Among given orbitals, 3s -orbital is found closest to the nucleus as according to (n + l) rule, 3s-orbital is lower in energy. So the electron present in 3s-orbital found close to the nucleus.
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