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Question
According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following will NOT be viable?
Options
He2
Li2
\[\ce{O^+_2}\]
\[\ce{O^-_2}\]
MCQ
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Solution
He2
Explanation:
He2: B.O. = `(2 - 2)/2` = 0
Li2: B.O. = `(4 - 2)/2` = 1
\[\ce{O^+_2}\]: B.O. = `(10 - 5)/2` = 2.5
\[\ce{O^-_2}\]: B.O. = `(10 - 7)/2` = 1.5
Hence, He2 will not be viable.
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