Using the molecular orbital theory, compare the bond energy and magnetic character of O2+ and O2– species.

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TextBond Order and Magnetic Properties from MO Theory

Compare the relative stability of the following species and indicate their magnetic properties; O2, O2⁺, O2⁻ (superoxide), O2²⁻ (peroxide)

What is meant by the term bond order? Calculate the bond order of : N2, O2, O2⁺ and O2⁻.

In molecular orbital theory, the bond order of a diatomic molecule is calculated as:

Which of the following diatomic molecules is paramagnetic according to molecular orbital theory?

Draw molecular orbital diagram for N2+ molecule.

N2 is diamagnetic while O2 is paramagnetic. Explain on the basis of Molecular orbital theory.