Which of the following has the highest bond order? (a) N2 (b) O2 (c) He2 (d) H2

Name: Problem 69, Chapter 13: A Complete Resource Book in Chemistry for JEE Main
Uploaded: 2021-09-22T02:30:02-08:00
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Description: Which of the following has the highest bond order? (a) N2 (b) O2 (c) He2 (d) H2

step 1 In this problem, we have to find that which molecule has the highest bond order. We know that bo

Which of the following has the highest bond order? (a) N2...

Key Concepts

Electronic Configuration in Diatomic Molecules

The electronic configuration in diatomic molecules involves the arrangement of electrons in molecular orbitals created by the overlap of atomic orbitals from two atoms. Understanding this configuration is key to predicting molecular properties such as bond order, bond length, and magnetic behavior. By analyzing how electrons fill these orbitals, chemists can assess the strength and type of bonds present in a diatomic molecule.

Molecular Orbital Theory

Molecular Orbital Theory is a fundamental theory in chemistry that describes the formation of molecular orbitals through the combination of atomic orbitals when atoms bond. This theory explains how electrons are distributed in molecules and accounts for properties such as magnetism, bond order, and the relative stability of molecules. It helps in predicting the energy, shape, and behavior of the resulting molecular orbitals, both bonding and antibonding.

Bond Order

Bond order is a concept used to indicate the strength and stability of a chemical bond. It is calculated by taking the difference between the number of electrons in bonding orbitals and those in antibonding orbitals, divided by two. A higher bond order generally corresponds to a stronger, shorter bond. This quantitative measure provides insight into the electronic structure of molecules and is crucial for understanding molecular stability and reactivity.

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