Q27 / 125 · BITSAT 2017 · Chemistry

Which of the following show maximum bond-order? 

  • A
    O2
  • B
    O2-
  • Correct answer
    C
    O2+
  • D
    O22-

Solution

∵ Bond order BO=Nb-Na2

Here, Nb and Na are the number of bonding and anti bonding electrons, respectively.

for O2,BO=10-62=2

for O2-,BO=10-72=1.5

for O2+,BO=10-52=2.5

for O22-,BO=10-82=1

Hence, maximum value for BO is for O2+.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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