Question:

In which of the following systems will be radius of the first orbit (n=1) be minimum:

Updated On: Apr 21, 2025
  • Doubly ionized lithium
  • Singly ionized helium
  • Deuterium atom
  • Hydrogen atom
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Radius of the orbit of an atom \(r_n = 0.529 Å(\frac {n^2}{Z})\)
Where Z is the atomic number.
For the first orbit n = 1
Then, \(r_1 =\frac { 0.529 Å}{Z}\)
⟹ \(r_1​∝\frac{1}{Z}\)
Since Z is at its maximum value in the case of doubly ionized lithium, this results in the smallest radius for the first orbit in doubly ionized lithium.

So, the correct option is (A): Doubly ionized lithium.

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