The five $d$-orbitals are designated as $d_{xy}, d_{yz}, d_{xz}, d_{x^2-y^2},$ and $d_{z^2}$. Choose the correct statement from the following.

  • A
    The shapes of the first three orbitals are similar,but the shapes of the fourth and fifth orbitals are different.
  • B
    The shapes of all five $d$-orbitals are similar.
  • C
    The shapes of the first four orbitals are similar,but the shape of the fifth orbital is different.
  • D
    The shapes of all five $d$-orbitals are different.

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Statement $A$: In a potassium atom,the $19^{th}$ electron enters the $4s$-orbital instead of the $3d$-orbital.
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