Question

Differences between atomic orbital and molecular orbital

Answer 1

-In an atom electron revolve around the nucleus and its shape is decided by the ratio n/k where n is outermost shell upto which electrons go and k is closest to nucleus.

atomic orbital is for single element or atom . The area or a shape where probability of finding an electron is more known as atomic orbital

-Molecular orbital is for a combound ar a electron in hybrid or bond . The area or shape in which probability of finding electron is more is known as molecular orbital