Atomic Structure
The basic structure of an atom is defined as the component-level of atomic structure of an atom. Precisely speaking an atom consists of three major subatomic particles which are protons, neutrons, and electrons. Many theories have been stated for explaining the structure of an atom.
Shape of the D Orbital
Shapes of orbitals are an approximate representation of boundaries in space for finding electrons occupied in that respective orbital. D orbitals are known to have a clover leaf shape or dumbbell inside where electrons can be found.
To which orbitals may electrons in a 3p orbital make spectroscopic transitions in a hydrogenic atom?
The promotion of an electron from lower energy orbital to higher energy orbital is termed as electronic transitions.
An electron in 3p orbital can have electronic transitions either in 3d and 4f orbitals.
The direct transition from 3p to 4f is not allowed because of forbidden symmetry.
Thus, is allowed.
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