Why is it that dx^2-y^2 orbitals and dz^2 orbitals have the same amount of repulsion from any ligand despite the - Chemistry - Coordination Compounds

Question

Why is it that dx^2-y^2 orbitals and dz^2 orbitals have the same
amount of repulsion from any ligand despite the fact they have
different shapes?

Geetha · Accepted Answer

Because they are grouped under eg orbital

Why is it that dx^2-y^2 orbitals and dz^2 orbitals have the same amount of repulsion from any ligand despite the fact they have different shapes?