Chemistry-Molecular Orbital Theory

NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

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.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false but R is true.

Correct Answer

Option A

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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