MCQ
According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following is true with respect to $Li_2^ + $ and $Li_2^ - $ ?
  • A
     $Li_2^ + $ is unstable and  $Li_2^ - $ is stable
  •  $Li_2^ + $ is stable and  $Li_2^ - $ is unstable
  • C
    Both are stable
  • D
    Both are unstable

Answer

Correct option: B.
 $Li_2^ + $ is stable and  $Li_2^ - $ is unstable
b
Both  $Li_2^ + $ and  $Li_2^ - $ have same bond order. But the number of antibonding electrons is less  $Li_2^ + $ than in  $Li_2^ - $

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