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Question
What is the bond order of Oâ‚‚^- according to molecular orbital theory?
Explanation
For O₂^- : 17 electrons, configuration ends with (π^* 2p_x)² (π^* 2p_y)¹ . Bonding electrons = 10, antibonding = 7. Bond order = 1/2 (10 - 7) = 1.5 .
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