Question
Chemistry Question on Chemical bonding and molecular structure
Which amongst the following is incorrect statement?
A
The bond orders of O2+, O2, O2- and O22- are 2.5, 2, 1.5 and 1, respectively.
B
C2 molecule has four electrons in its two degenerate 𝜋 molecular orbitals.
C
H2+ ion has one electron.
D
O2+ ion is diamagnetic.
Answer
O2+ ion is diamagnetic.
Explanation
Solution
O2+ ion is paramagnetic due to presence of unpaired electrons