Which consequence results when antibonding molecular orbitals are solely occupied during the formation of dilithium?

A)Increased bond order occurs overall

B)No sigma or pi bonds form

C)Dihelium becomes thermodynamically stable

D)Li₂ non-existence will be favoured✓

💡 Explanation

The occupation of only antibonding orbitals activates destabilization because bond order decreases due to destructive interference; therefore Li₂ non-existence should be favored, rather than promoting stable bonding because stabilization requires filled bonding orbitals.

🏆 Up to £1,000 monthly prize pool

Ready for the live challenge? Join the next global round now.
*Terms apply. Skill-based competition.

⚡ Enter Arena

Which consequence results when antibonding molecular orbitals are solely occupied during the formation of dilithium?

💡 Explanation

Related Questions