The number of radial nodes for 3p orbital is __________.

(i) 3

(ii) 4

(iii) 2

(iv) 1

Correct Answer: (iv) 1

Explanation:

Number of radial nodes for 3p orbital = 3−1−1

Number of radial nodes for 3p orbital = 3−2

Number of radial nodes for 3p orbital = 1