Practice Types of Molecular Orbitals - 4.7.3 | 4. CHEMICAL BONDING AND MOLECULAR STRUCTURE | CBSE 11 Chemistry Part 1
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4.7.3 - Types of Molecular Orbitals

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define a molecular orbital.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how atomic orbitals combine.

Question 2

Easy

What type of bond is formed when atomic orbitals overlap head-on?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the molecular shape.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What type of molecular orbital is formed through sideway overlap?

  • Sigma
  • Pi
  • Delta

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the shapes and positions of the orbitals.

Question 2

True or False: Sigma bonds are generally weaker than pi bonds.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how each bond overlaps.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the bond order for O2 and explain its implication.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use the bond order formula: 1/2(Nb - Na).

Question 2

If a diatomic molecule has 4 electrons in bonding and 2 electrons in antibonding orbitals, what is its bond order and stability?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recollect the formula for bond order.

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