Which among the following is true for radial probability distribution curve?
A
The number of maxima in the 3s orbital is 3
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B
The number of radial nodes in 4s is equal to one less than the number of humps in the curve
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C
Radial probability distribution function explains penetration effect
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D
At the node, the value of radial function changes from positive to negative
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Solution
The correct options are AThe number of maxima in the 3s orbital is 3 BThe number of radial nodes in 4s is equal to one less than the number of humps in the curve CRadial probability distribution function explains penetration effect DAt the node, the value of radial function changes from positive to negative For any subshell, say 2s, the Ψ vs r curve is like