STANDARDChemistry-Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

STANDARD Chemistry Molecular Orbital Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following relationships is true?

A

Bond dissociation energy of O₂ and O₂⁻ are same.

B

Bond dissociation energy of O₂⁺ is higher than O₂.

C

Bond dissociation energy of O₂⁻ and O₂²⁻ are same.

D

Bond dissociation energy of O₂²⁻ is higher than O₂⁻.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The bond order of O₂⁺ is higher than that of O₂, indicating a stronger bond and thus a higher bond dissociation energy.

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