NEET Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about molecular orbital theory is correct?
Bonding molecular orbitals are formed by the constructive interference of atomic orbital waves.
Antibonding molecular orbitals result from the addition of atomic orbitals.
Molecular orbitals can only be formed from s and p orbitals.
The bonding molecular orbital is represented by the equation σ* = ψ A + ψ B.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Bonding molecular orbitals are indeed formed by the constructive interference of atomic orbital waves, as mentioned in the provided context. Antibonding orbitals are formed by destructive interference, and both bonding and antibonding orbitals can be formed from various types of atomic orbitals, not just s and p.
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