Chemistry-Molecular Orbital Theory

NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 11

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.

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.

Correct Answer

Option A

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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