Question

$d_z^2$ orbital has :

• A. Two lobes along $z$-axis and a ring along $xy$-plane
• B. Two lobes along $z$-axis and two lobes along $xy$-plane
• C. Two lobes along $z$-axis and a ring along $yz$-plane
• D. Two lobes and a ring along $z$-axis

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$d_z^2$ orbital has two lobes along $Z$ axis and a ring along $XY$ plane