NEET2018Chemistry-Chemical Bonding

NEET 2018 Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Consider the following species:

CN⁻, CN⁺, NO, CN

Which one of these will have the highest bond order?

A

NO

B

CN⁻

C

CN⁺

D

CN

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

CN⁻ has the highest bond order due to its electronic configuration, resulting in a stronger and shorter bond compared to the other species.

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