8 Questions
What does molecular orbital theory explain?
The formation of chemical bonds between atoms
In molecular orbital theory, what are the interacting atomic orbitals that form molecular orbitals?
valence orbitals
Which of the following is true about bonding molecular orbitals?
They have higher energy than the atomic orbitals from which they are formed
What is the significance of antibonding molecular orbitals in molecular orbital theory?
They decrease the bond energy and destabilize the molecule
Which of the following best describes the significance of antibonding molecular orbitals in molecular orbital theory?
They weaken the chemical bond and can lead to bond dissociation
What is true about bonding molecular orbitals according to molecular orbital theory?
They always have lower energy than the atomic orbitals from which they are formed
In molecular orbital theory, which atomic orbitals form nonbonding molecular orbitals?
s-p orbitals
What does molecular orbital theory primarily explain about molecules?
Their electronic structure and bonding
Test your knowledge of molecular orbital theory with this quiz. Answer questions about the explanation, interacting atomic orbitals, bonding and antibonding molecular orbitals in the theory.
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