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For hydrogen atom, the orbital/s with lowest energy is/are: (A) 4s (B) 3p_x (C) 3d_x^2-y^2 (D) 3d_z^2 (E) 4p_z Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Solution & Explanation

### Related Formula For single-electron systems like the hydrogen atom: E_n = -frac13.6 cdot Z^2n^2 text eV where energy depends strictly and solely on the principal quantum number (n). ### Core Logic In multi-electron atoms, orbital energy is governed by the (n+l) rule due to inter-electronic repulsions. However, in single-electron species like Hydrogen, subshells within the same main shell are degenerate (possess identical energy levels). Let's map the principal quantum numbers: * For (A) 4s ightarrow n = 4 * For (B) 3p_x ightarrow n = 3 * For (C) 3d_x^2-y^2 ightarrow n = 3 * For (D) 3d_z^2 ightarrow n = 3 * For (E) 4p_z ightarrow n = 4 Orbitals with n = 3 have lower energy than those with n = 4. Since (B), (C), and (D) all share n = 3, they are degenerate and together represent the lowest energy states among the options provided. ### Pattern Recognition Classic Trap: Do not apply the (n+l) rule for Hydrogen or hydrogen-like single-electron ions (He^+, Li^2+). For these systems, energy is determined purely by the shell index n. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom

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Q 2025 Quantum Numbers and Atomic Orbitals
Which of the following statements are true? (A) The subsidiary quantum number l describes the shape of the orbital occupied by the electron.
Boundary surface diagram of 2px orbital for Q32 - JEE Main 2025 Evening
The diagram displays the boundary surface showing two symmetrical lobes situated along the x-axis, representing a 2px orbital with phase signs.
is the boundary surface diagram of the 2mathrmp_x orbital. (C) The + and - signs in the wave function of the 2mathrmp_x orbital refer to charge. (D) The wave function of 2mathrmp_x orbital is zero everywhere in the xy plane.
  • A. text(B) and (D) only
  • B. text(A), (B) and (C) only
  • C. text(C) and (D) only
  • D. text(A) and (B) only

Solution

### Related Formula psi_n,l,m(r, theta, phi) = R_n,l(r) cdot Y_l,m(theta, phi) ### Core Logic Let us evaluate each statement carefully: - **Statement (A)** is **True**: The subsidiary (or azimuthal) quantum number l dictates the orbital shape (l=0 implies textspherical s, l=1 implies textdumbbell p, l=2 implies textdouble-dumbbell d, etc.).
- **Statement (B)** is **True**:
Quantum Numbers and Atomic Orbitals
The diagram displays the boundary surface showing two symmetrical lobes situated along the x-axis, representing a 2px orbital with phase signs.
The diagram clearly displays a boundary surface showing two symmetrical lobes situated along the x-axis, which is the exact depiction of a 2mathrmp_x orbital.
- **Statement (C)** is **False**: The + and - signs in orbital diagrams indicate the mathematical sign (or phase) of the spatial wave function psi in those regions, not electric charge.
- **Statement (D)** is **False**: The wave function of a 2mathrmp_x orbital is zero everywhere in its nodal plane. For a 2mathrmp_x orbital, the nodal plane is the **yz-plane** (i.e., at x=0), not the xy-plane. ### Step 1: Conclusion Only statements (A) and (B) are correct. ### Pattern Recognition Nodal planes of p-orbitals are perpendicular to the orbital axis: - p_x rightarrow yz-plane is node (x=0) - p_y rightarrow xz-plane is node (y=0) - p_z rightarrow xy-plane is node (z=0) ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom
Q30 2025 Bohr Model Orbit Radii
According to Bohr's model of hydrogen atom, which of the following statement is incorrect?
  • A. (1)\ textRadius of 3^mathrmrd text orbit is nine times larger than that of 1^mathrmst text orbit.
  • B. (2)\ textRadius of 8^textth text orbit is four times larger than that of 4^textth text orbit.
  • C. (3)\ textRadius of 6^textth text orbit is three time larger than that of 4^textth text orbit.
  • D. (4)\ textRadius of 4^textth text orbit is four times larger than that of 2^textnd text orbit.

Solution

### Related Formula Bohr orbit radius expression varies with principle quantum number: r_n propto n^2 ### Core Logic Let's check the proportional scaling across all choice items: * Statement 1: fracr_3r_1 = frac3^21^2 = 9 (Correct). * Statement 2: fracr_8r_4 = frac8^24^2 = frac6416 = 4 (Correct). * Statement 3: fracr_6r_4 = left(frac64right)^2 = frac3616 = frac94 = 2.25 neq 3 (Incorrect statement). * Statement 4: fracr_4r_2 = left(frac42right)^2 = 2^2 = 4 (Correct). ### Step 1: Identification Therefore, choice (3) is mathematically incorrect. ### Pattern Recognition Remember to square the shell indexes immediately! Don't look at the linear ratio (6/4 = 1.5), always apply the quadratic scaling factor n^2 directly. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom Class 12 Physics: Atoms
Q30 2025 Quantum Numbers and Orbital Angular Momentum
For electron in '2s' and '2p' orbitals, the orbital angular momentum values, respectively are :
  • A. sqrt2frach2pi and 0
  • B. frach2pi and sqrt2frach2pi
  • C. 0 and sqrt6frach2pi
  • D. 0 and sqrt2frach2pi

Solution

### Related Formula Orbital angular momentum (L) of an electron is determined exclusively by its azimuthal quantum number l: L = sqrtl(l+1) frach2pi where values of l are: - For s-orbitals: l=0 - For p-orbitals: l=1 - For d-orbitals: l=2 ### Core Logic Evaluate for both specified orbitals: - For '2s' orbital (l=0): L = sqrt0(0+1) frach2pi = 0 - For '2p' orbital (l=1): L = sqrt1(1+1) frach2pi = sqrt2 frach2pi ### Step 1: Match the values The orbital angular momentum values are 0 and sqrt2frach2pi respectively, corresponding to Option (4). ### Pattern Recognition Always note that orbital angular momentum does *not* depend on the principal quantum number n (the '2' in 2s and 2p is irrelevant). An electron in a 1s, 2s, or 3s orbital always has L=0. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom
Q32 2025 Photoelectric Effect
Which of the following statements are correct, if the threshold frequency of caesium is 5.16 times 10^14 mathrm~Hz ?
Visible spectrum wavelength diagram for Q32 - JEE Main 2025
The visible spectrum wavelength scale shows the relationship between red, yellow, and blue light frequency thresholds.
A. When mathrmCs is placed inside a vacuum chamber with an ammeter connected to it and yellow light is focused on mathrmCs the ammeter shows the presence of current. B. When the brightness of the yellow light is dimmed, the value of the current in the ammeter is reduced. C. When a red light is used instead of the yellow light, the current produced is higher with respect to the yellow light. D. When a blue light is used, the ammeter shows the formation of current. E. When a white light is used, the ammeter shows formation of current. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • A. textA, D and E Only
  • B. textB, C and D Only
  • C. textA, C, D and E Only
  • D. textA, B, D and E Only

Solution

### Related Formula lambda = fraccnu where, c = 3.0 times 10^8 text m s^-1 nu_0 = 5.16 times 10^14 text Hz ### Core Logic Let's first calculate the threshold wavelength (lambda_0) for Caesium: lambda_0 = frac3.0 times 10^85.16 times 10^14 approx 5.81 times 10^-7 text m = 581.4 text nm Comparing this with the visible spectrum: - Yellow light (sim 580 text nm) corresponds closely to the threshold wavelength. Hence, photoelectric emission occurs (Statement A is correct). - The photocurrent is directly proportional to the light intensity (brightness). Reducing brightness decreases the current (Statement B is correct). - Red light (sim 620text--750 text nm) has a lower frequency than the threshold frequency, meaning no current is produced (Statement C is incorrect). - Blue light (sim 450text--490 text nm) has a higher frequency than the threshold. Thus, current is produced (Statement D is correct). - White light contains all wavelengths (including blue, violet, etc.), which will produce a photoelectric current (Statement E is correct). Therefore, statements A, B, D, and E are correct. ### Pattern Recognition The wavelength threshold is 581 text nm (yellow-green region). Any light with shorter wavelength (higher frequency), like blue or white, will cause emission. Dimming simply decreases photon flux and hence current. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom Class 12 Physics: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Q40 2025 Quantum Numbers and Electronic Configuration
Identify the correct statements for an element possessing atomic number 9: A. There can be 5 electrons for which m_s = +frac12 and 4 electrons for which m_s = -frac12. B. There is only one electron in the p_z orbital. C. The last electron goes into an orbital described by quantum parameters n = 2 and l = 1. D. The sum of angular nodes of all populated atomic orbitals is 1. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • A. textC and D Only
  • B. textA and C Only
  • C. textA, C and D Only
  • D. textA and B Only

Solution

### Core Logic The element with atomic number 9 is **Fluorine (F)**. Let's write out its ground state electronic configuration: F (Z=9) = 1s^2 \, 2s^2 \, 2p^5 Let's systematically audit each statement: * **Statement A**: Within the total population of 9 electrons, the pairing distribution across shells shows: 1s^2 (one up, one down), 2s^2 (one up, one down), 2p^5 (three up, two down). Summing up-spins (m_s = +frac12) yields 1 + 1 + 3 = 5 electrons. Down-spins (m_s = -frac12) yield 1 + 1 + 2 = 4 electrons. **Statement A is fully correct.**
Orbital spin configuration box diagram for Fluorine atom
Orbital spin configuration box diagram for Fluorine atom
* **Statement B**: By Hund's Rule, the 5 electrons in the 2p subshell occupy the degenerate p_x, p_y, p_z states. This produces two fully-filled sub-orbitals and one half-filled sub-orbital. The unpaired slot can reside arbitrarily in *any* of the three orbitals (p_x, p_y, or p_z) due to spatial symmetry. It is not constrained to p_z. **Statement B is incorrect.** * **Statement C**: The highest energy valence electron enters the 2p subshell, which is defined by principal number n = 2 and azimuthal index l = 1. **Statement C is fully correct.** * **Statement D**: Angular nodes are given directly by the quantum number l. For s-orbitals (1s, 2s), angular nodes = 0. For each of the three populated p-orbitals (2p), angular nodes = 1. The sum total of angular nodes across all orbitals is 0 + 0 + 3 = 3. **Statement D is incorrect.** ### Pattern Recognition Total angular nodes equals the total number of p-electrons' spatial orientation count, not simply the subshell boundary value. Recognizing that degenerate p-orbitals share uniform probability status exposes the restriction in Statement B instantly. ### Evaluation Rubric / Model Answer null ### Chapter Mix Class 11 Chemistry: Structure of Atom

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