Explain the differences between the $1s$ and $2s$ orbitals based on their probability density plots and radial distribution.

  • A
    The $1s$ orbital has no radial nodes,while the $2s$ orbital has one radial node.
  • B
    The $1s$ orbital has one radial node,while the $2s$ orbital has no radial nodes.
  • C
    Both $1s$ and $2s$ orbitals have the same number of radial nodes.
  • D
    The $2s$ orbital is smaller in size than the $1s$ orbital.

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