Question

Which of the following has maximum number of zero values appear in the curve plotted between ${\psi }^2$ (probability of finding electron) versus radius?

• A. $3p$
• B. $4d$
• C. $5p$
• D. $4f$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$5p$

$Ma{x}^m$ no$.$ of zero values is given by total no$.$ of nodes which is given by $\Rightarrow n-1.$

$n-1$ principle quantum number

Hence, option $\left(C\right)$ is correct answer.