Sketch the molecular orbital diagrams for B2 snd for F2. Using these diagrams, provide the bond order for each of the molecules and state if they are diamagnetic or paramagnetic. Describe the effect on the bond order and on the magnetic properties when B2 and F2 are reduced by 1 electron. Describe the effect on the bond order and on the magnetic properties when B2 and F2 are reduced by 2 electrons.

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Sketch the molecular orbital diagrams for B2 snd for F2. Using these diagrams, provide the bond order for each of the molecules and state if they are diamagnetic or paramagnetic. Describe the effect on the bond order and on the magnetic properties when B2 and F2 are reduced by 1 electron. Describe the effect on the bond order and on the magnetic properties when B2 and F2 are reduced by 2 electrons. 

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