The Nitrosonium Ion, NO⁺, Forms a Number of Interesting Complexes

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nitrosonium ion, NO⁺, forms a number of interesting complexes with nickel, cobalt, and iron. According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following statements about NO⁺ is correct?

• A)NO ⁺ has a bond order of 2 and is paramagnetic.
• B)NO ⁺ has a bond order of 2 and is diamagnetic.
• C)NO ⁺ has a bond order of 3 and is paramagnetic.
• D)NO ⁺ has a bond order of 3 and is diamagnetic.
• E)None of these choices are correct.

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