Answer to Question #247095 in Physics for Reena Biswas

Question

The wave function of the hydrogen atom in its ground state (1s) is ψ=(πa03)−12exp(−ra0 where a0=0.529×10−8 cm. The charge density is ρ(x,y,z)=−e|ψ|2, according to the statistical interpretation of the wave function.

The molar diamagnetic susceptibility of atomic hydrogen is

a, −2.3×10−6cm3/mole

b, −4.6×10−6cm3/mole

c, 2.3×10−6cm3/mole

d, 4.6×10−6cm3/mole

Answer 1

The molar diamagnetic susceptibility of atomic hydrogen is

$$−2.3×10^{−6}\text{ cm}^3/\text{mole}.$$