The angular wave function depends upon which quantum numbers?
A
n and l
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B
l and m
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C
l only
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D
m only
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Solution
The correct option is Cl and m The quantum numbers, l and m decide the shape of the electron cloud and its spatial orientation. They thus decide the angular wave function of the orbital.