NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): In the molecular orbital theory, the π* antibonding molecular orbital has a node between the nuclei.
Reason (R): The π bonding molecular orbital has 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.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The π* antibonding molecular orbital has a node, while the π bonding molecular orbital has electron density above and below the inter-nuclear axis, as per the Molecular Orbital Theory.
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