What Is the Bond Order for the Species O₂⁻

question 47

Multiple Choice

What is the bond order for the species O₂⁻?

• A)1
• B)1.5
• C)2
• D)2.5
• E)None of the

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Definitions:

NaBH4

Sodium borohydride, a reducing agent commonly used in the reduction of ketones and aldehydes to alcohols.

HNO3

Nitric acid, a highly corrosive and toxic strong acid used in the manufacture of fertilizers and explosives.

D-Tagatose

A ketohexose sugar related to fructose that has potential health benefits and is used as a low-calorie sweetener.

Keto-Enol Tautomerization

A chemical equilibrium between a ketone and its corresponding enol (a compound with a double bond and a hydroxyl group connected to the same carbon), highlighting the mobility of hydrogen and electrons.