NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): In the molecular orbital theory, the energy of bonding molecular orbitals is lower than that of antibonding molecular orbitals. | Reason (R): Bonding molecular orbitals are formed from the constructive interference of atomic orbitals, leading to increased electron density between the nuclei.
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.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that bonding molecular orbitals have lower energy and greater stability due to the increased electron density from constructive interference, which supports the assertion and reason.
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