The Electron Configuration of a Particular Diatomic Species Is: [Core

question 24

Multiple Choice

The electron configuration of a particular diatomic species is: [core electrons](σ_2s) ²(σ*_2s) ²(σ_2p) ²(π_2p) ³(π*_2p) ⁰
What is the bond order for this species?

• A) 1
• B) 1.5
• C) 2
• D) 2.5
• E) 3

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