Q14 / 125 · BITSAT 2018 · Chemistry
Which of the following diatomic molecules would be stabilised by the removal of an electron?
- A
- B
- C
- Correct answerD
Solution
In , molecule, last two electrons are present in anti bonding
orbitals.
Removal of one electron from the , molecule gives in which the number of anti bonding electrons is one less and hence, increases. Thus, removal of one electron from stabilises the molecule.
orbitals.
Removal of one electron from the , molecule gives in which the number of anti bonding electrons is one less and hence, increases. Thus, removal of one electron from stabilises the molecule.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.