Q52 / 200 · NEET 2023 (Manipur) · Chemistry

Given below are two statements : Statement I : The value of wave function, $\psi$ depends upon the coordinates of the electron in the atom. Statement II : The probability of finding an electron at a point within an atom is proportional to the orbital wave function. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

  • A
    Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  • B
    Both Statement I and Statement II are false
  • Correct answer
    C
    Statement $I$ is true but Statement II is false
  • D
    Statement $I$ is false but Statement II is true

Solution

- The wave function is a mathematical function whose value depends coordinates of the electron in an atom and does not carry any physical significance. So, Statement I is true. - The probability of finding an electron at a point within an atom is proportional to the square of the orbital wave function i.e. $|\psi|^2$ at that point. So, Statement II is false.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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