Molecular Orbital Theory MCQs

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1 1. Fundamental Principles of MOT

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  • Definition
    Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT): A quantum mechanical approach where atomic orbitals combine to form molecular orbitals (MOs) that belong to the entire molecule, rather than being localized between two specific atoms.
  • Theory
    Linear Combination of Atomic Orbitals (LCAO): The mathematical process where atomic wave functions are added or subtracted to produce bonding and antibonding molecular orbitals.
  • Theory
    Bonding Molecular Orbitals: Formed by constructive interference of atomic orbitals, resulting in increased electron density between nuclei and lower energy than the original atomic orbitals.
  • Theory
    Antibonding Molecular Orbitals (MO):* Formed by destructive interference, creating a nodal plane between nuclei where electron density is zero, resulting in higher energy than the parent atomic orbitals.
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What does the 'star' (*) superscript denote in molecular orbital notation?
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Which of the following species has the highest bond order?
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In heteronuclear diatomic molecules, where do the electrons in the bonding molecular orbitals spend more time?
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What is the magnetic property of the B2 molecule?
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Which orbital is primarily responsible for the pi-bonding in diatomic molecules of the second period?
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Why is the He2 molecule considered unstable according to MOT?
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Which molecular orbital is formed by the destructive interference of two 1s atomic orbitals?
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What is the bond order of the peroxide ion (O2^2-)?
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According to MOT, what is the primary condition for the formation of molecular orbitals from atomic orbitals?
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Which of the following molecules has a bond order of 0.5?
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