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The wave function Psi(3,1,1) refers to which atomic orbital?

  1. 5p_z
  2. 3d_yz
  3. 3d_z²
  4. 3pₓ

Correct answer: 3pₓ

Solution

Psi(3,1,1) has n = 3, l = 1, mₗ = +1. Since l = 1 this is a 3p orbital and mₗ = +1 conventionally labels the 3pₓ orbital.

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