1. Which sequence shows increasing complexity of orbital shapes from s to f?
A.
s, p, d, f
B.
f, d, p, s
C.
p, s, f, d
D.
d, f, s, p
Correct Answer:
s, p, d, f
3. Which statement correctly compares an s orbital and an f orbital?
A.
Both are spherical
B.
The s orbital is spherical, while the f orbital is complex and multilobed
C.
The s orbital is multilobed, while the f orbital is spherical
D.
Both have three angular nodes
Correct Answer:
The s orbital is spherical, while the f orbital is complex and multilobed
4. Which feature is characteristic of every f orbital?
A.
Zero angular nodes
B.
One angular node
C.
Two angular nodes
D.
Three angular nodes
Correct Answer:
Three angular nodes
5. Why are f orbitals drawn with several lobes?
A.
Because they have three angular nodes
B.
Because they contain three nuclei
C.
Because they always contain three electrons
D.
Because they are made of three shells
Correct Answer:
Because they have three angular nodes