Use Energy Levels of Diatomic Molecules Derived from Molecular Orbital

question 65

Multiple Choice

Use energy levels of diatomic molecules derived from molecular orbital theory to predict the bond order of the oxygen molecule O₂ and the peroxide anion O₂^2-.

• A) oxygen (bond order = 2); peroxide (bond order = 3)
• B) oxygen (bond order = 2); peroxide (bond order = 2)
• C) oxygen (bond order = 4); peroxide (bond order = 4)
• D) oxygen (bond order = 4); peroxide (bond order = 5)
• E) oxygen (bond order = 2); peroxide (bond order = 1)

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Definitions:

Urination

The release of urine from the urinary bladder through the urethra to the outside of the body.

Prostatic Secretions

Fluid produced by the prostate gland that is one component of semen, providing nutrients for sperm and lubrication during ejaculation.

Urethra

The duct through which urine is discharged from the bladder to the exterior of the body in both males and females, and also serves as a conduit for semen in males.

Micturition Reflex

Contraction of the urinary bladder stimulated by stretching of the bladder wall; results in emptying of the bladder.