Question

Which of the following statements on the atomic wave function $\Psi$ is not correct?

• A. $\Psi$ may be a real valued wave function
• B. $\Psi$ may be in some cases be a complex function
• C. $\Psi$ has a mathematical significance only
• D. $\Psi$ is proportional to the probability of finding an electron

Answer 1

The correct option is D $\Psi$ is proportional to the probability of finding an electron

Option D is incorrect. The correct statement is: ${\Psi }^2$ is proportional to the probability of finding an electron. $\Psi$ represents the wave function or the amplitude function.