Solution of the Schrödinger wave equation for the hydrogen atom results in a set of functions (orbitals) that describe the behavior of the electron. Each function is characterized by three quantum numbers: n, l, and ml. If the value of n = 1 ... The quantum number l can have values from to . ... The total number of orbitals possible at the n = 1 energy level is . If the value of l = 2
Atomic Structure
The basic structure of an atom is defined as the component-level of atomic structure of an atom. Precisely speaking an atom consists of three major subatomic particles which are protons, neutrons, and electrons. Many theories have been stated for explaining the structure of an atom.
Shape of the D Orbital
Shapes of orbitals are an approximate representation of boundaries in space for finding electrons occupied in that respective orbital. D orbitals are known to have a clover leaf shape or dumbbell inside where electrons can be found.
Solution of the Schrödinger wave equation for the hydrogen atom results in a set of functions (orbitals) that describe the behavior of the electron. Each function is characterized by three quantum numbers: n, l, and ml.
If the value of n = 1
... The quantum number l can have values from to .
... The total number of orbitals possible at the n = 1 energy level is .
If the value of l = 2
... The quantum number ml can have values from to .
... The total number of orbitals possible at the l = 2 sublevel is .
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