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Chemistry Structure of Atom Atomic Models and Planck's Quantum Theory Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

The probability of finding out an electron at a point within an atom is proportional to the

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Square of the orbital wave function i.e.,
B
Orbital wave function i.e.,
C
Hamiltonian operator i.e., H
D
Principal quantum number i.e., n

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Orbital wave function is a mathematical function for an atomic orbital. The square of the wave function, is called probability density and is always positive. Its value defines the probability of finding the electron around nucleus.
Hamiltonian operator H is an operator corresponding to the total energy of the system as
Principal quantum number defines the shell and majorly governs the energy and size of the orbital. It is one of the solution obtained from .

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