Chemistry-Molecular Orbital Theory

NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

For the diatomic molecule O2, the bond order can be calculated using the molecular orbital theory. If the number of electrons in bonding orbitals (Nb) is 10 and in antibonding orbitals (Na) is 6, what is the bond order?

A

2

B

1

C

3

D

1.5

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Bond order is calculated as (Nb - Na) / 2. For O2, it is (10 - 6) / 2 = 2, indicating a double bond.

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