NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory Match the Following Question
Match Column-I with Column-II.
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| (a) Bonding Molecular Orbital | (i) ψ A + ψ B |
| (b) Antibonding Molecular Orbital | (ii) ψ A – ψ B |
| (c) Constructive Interference | (iii) Reinforces electron waves |
| (d) Destructive Interference | (iv) Cancels electron waves |
a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv
a-ii, b-i, c-iv, d-iii
a-i, b-iv, c-iii, d-ii
a-iii, b-ii, c-i, d-iv
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
In molecular orbital theory, a bonding molecular orbital is formed by the addition of atomic orbitals (ψ A + ψ B), while an antibonding molecular orbital is formed by their subtraction (ψ A - ψ B). Constructive interference reinforces electron waves, leading to bonding, whereas destructive interference cancels them, leading to antibonding.
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