Which of the following are true in relation to hydrogen atom:
A
3s is lower in energy than 3p
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B
3p is lower in energy than 3d
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C
3s and 3p are lower in energy than 3d
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D
3s,3p and 3d-all have same energy
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Solution
The correct option is D 3s,3p and 3d-all have same energy There are no electrons in any subshell of the third shell in hydrogen. Hence they are degenerate.