2. For each of the following homonuclear/heteronuclear diatomic molecules of the second ro of the periodic table: (i) N₂ (ii) 0₂ (iii) NO (iv) BO (v) HCI (a) sketch and label the molecular orbital energy level diagram (note: Remember to use sp mixing where appropriate). (b) determine the bond order, (c) state its magnetic properties,

2. For each of the following homonuclear/heteronuclear diatomic molecules of the second ro of the periodic table: (i) N₂ (ii) 0₂ (iii) NO (iv) BO (v) HCI (a) sketch and label the molecular orbital energy level diagram (note: Remember to use sp mixing where appropriate). (b) determine the bond order, (c) state its magnetic properties,

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Chapter6: Quantum Mechanics And Molecular Structure

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