According to molecular orbital theory, which one of the following options is correct regarding bond length of oxygen containing species?
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The question is asking to determine the correct order of bond lengths for various oxygen-containing species based on molecular orbital theory. This involves comparing the bond lengths of ions and molecules like O2, O2+, and O22-.
Answer
O2 2- > O2 - > O2 > O2 +
The correct order regarding bond length, from longest to shortest, is O2 2- > O2 - > O2 > O2 +.
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The correct order regarding bond length, from longest to shortest, is O2 2- > O2 - > O2 > O2 +.
More Information
Molecular orbital theory describes how bond order influences bond length. Higher bond order means shorter bond length due to stronger bonding interactions.
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Common mistakes include miscalculating bond order and forgetting the inverse relationship between bond length and bond order.
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