JEE Main 2018ChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular StructureEasyMCQ

JEE Main 2018Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Question with Solution

JEE Main 2018 (15 Apr Shift 2 Online)

Question

Which of the following best describes the diagram of molecular orbital?

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Correct answer
DAn antibonding orbital

Step-by-step explanation

An antibonding orbital best describes the diagram of a molecular orbital. Two orbitals laterally overlap to form pi bond. Out of phase combination, of these two orbitals, give MO.

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