NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): Molecular orbitals formed from 2p x and 2p y orbitals are symmetrical around the bond axis. | Reason (R): π and π* molecular orbitals have larger electron density above and below the inter-nuclear axis.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false, but R is true.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, molecular orbitals from 2p x and 2p y are not symmetrical around the bond axis, as they have positive and negative lobes, while π and π* orbitals have larger electron density above and below the axis.
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