(a) From Molecular Orbital Theory argument, explain why you would expect the bond enthalpy of N2 to be higher than for F2.

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Problem 12.62E: Use molecular orbital arguments to decide whether or not the difluoride dianion, F22, should exist...
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(a) From Molecular Orbital Theory argument, explain why you would expect the bond
enthalpy of N2 to be higher than for F2.
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