With the increase in the value of Principal Quantum number 'n' the size of the s-orbitals?
Correct answer: B. Increase
- A. Decrease
- B. Increase
- C. May or may not remain the same
- D. Remain the same
Explanation
As the principle quantum number 'n' increases, the size of the s-orbital increases. The principle quantum number represents the energy level or shell in which the electron is located. In an atom, as the electron moves to higher energy levels or shells (higher n values), the distance from the nucleus increases.
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