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CGP EDU Academic Team
Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following orbitals has zero probability of finding the electron in 
plane?
A
B
C
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
The orbital 
has its electron density distributed over two lobes which are perpendicular to the 
plane. Therefore, it has zero electron density in the 
plane (nodal plane).
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