On the basis of molecular orbital theory, select the most appropriate option.
A. The bond order of O2 is 2.5 and it is paramagnetic
B. The bond order of O2 is 1.5 and it is paramagnetic
C. The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is diamagnetic
D. The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is paramagnetic
Answer:D
On the basis of molecular orbital theory, select the most appropriate option.
A. The bond order of O2 is 2.5 and it is paramagnetic B. The bond order of O2 is 1.5 and it is paramagnetic C. The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is diamagnetic D. The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is paramagnetic