In multi-electron atoms, the energy of orbitals depends on both 'n' and 'l'. The 's' orbital electron is more tightly bound to the nucleus than 'p' orbital electrons in the same shell. This is primarily due to:

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Spherical shape of s orbital providing better shielding.

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In multi-electron atoms, the energy of orbitals depends on both 'n' and 'l'. The 's' orbital electron is more tightly bound to the nucleus than 'p' orbital electrons in the same shell. This is primarily due to:

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