NEETChemistryStructure of Atom
How do the orbitals in atoms other than hydrogen differ from hydrogen orbitals?
Options
- AThey have different shapes
- BThey are larger in size
- CThey are more stable
- DThey are somewhat contracted due to increased nuclear charge
Correct answer
D. They are somewhat contracted due to increased nuclear charge
Step-by-step solution
Orbitals in atoms other than hydrogen are somewhat contracted due to increased nuclear charge.