NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
What is the significance of the plus and minus signs shown in representing the orbitals?
Options
- AThe plus sign represents electrons with opposite spin, while the minus sign represents electrons with the same
- BThe plus sign indicates the presence of electrons in a specific orbital, while the minus sign indicates the ab
- CThe plus sign signifies a positive wave function, while the minus sign indicates a negative wave function.
- DThe plus sign denotes electrons in the valence shell, while the minus sign denotes electrons in the inner elec
Correct answer
C. The plus sign signifies a positive wave function, while the minus sign indicates a negative wave function.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (C) The plus sign signifies a positive wave function, while the minus sign indicates a negative wave function.