MHT CET202523 Apr 2025Evening ShiftChemistryStructure of AtomActual
What is the number of node in 2 s orbital?
Options
- A0
- B1
- C2
- D3
Correct answer
B. 1
Step-by-step solution
The total number of nodes in an orbital is determined by n - 1 , where n is the principal quantum number. For the 2s orbital, n = 2 , so the total number of nodes is 2 - 1 = 1 . Since s orbitals have l = 0 , all nodes are radial. The radial node count is given by n - l - 1 = 2 - 0 - 1 = 1 . The correct answer is B.