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The orbitals are called degenerate when

1. they have the same wave functions
2. they have the same wave functions but different energies
3. they have different wave functions but same energy
4. they have the same energy

Correct answer: they have the same energy

Solution

Degenerate orbitals are defined as orbitals that have the same energy, regardless of their orientation in space. This is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics.

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