What is the shape of the s orbital?

Practice Questions

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What is the shape of the s orbital?
  1. Spherical
  2. Dumbbell
  3. Double dumbbell
  4. Linear

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the shape of the s orbital?
  • Step 1: Understand what an orbital is. An orbital is a region in an atom where there is a high probability of finding an electron.
  • Step 2: Learn about the different types of orbitals. There are several types, including s, p, d, and f orbitals.
  • Step 3: Focus on the s orbital. The s orbital is the simplest type of orbital.
  • Step 4: Visualize the shape of the s orbital. Imagine a ball or a sphere.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the s orbital has a spherical shape, meaning it looks like a round ball.
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