NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): In molecular orbital theory, bonding molecular orbitals are lower in energy than the atomic orbitals from which they are formed. | Reason (R): Bonding molecular orbitals are formed by constructive interference of atomic orbitals.
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
The concept of molecular orbital theory describes that bonding molecular orbitals result from the constructive interference of atomic orbitals, leading to a decrease in energy compared to the original atomic orbitals.
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