Question

The orbitals that are oriented along the axes among the following is:

• A. $d_{x^2-y^2}$
• B. $d_{xy}$
• C. $d_{yz}$
• D. $d_{zx}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $d_{x^2-y^2}$

$d_{x^2-y^2}$ is oriented along the axes whereas the other orbitals are oriented in between the axes.