Which of the following linear combination of atomic orbitals will lead to formation of molecular orbitals in homonuclear diatomic molecules [internuclear axis in z-direction] ? Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- D Only
- E Only
- C and D Only
- A and B Only
Answer
(1) D Only
Solution
MO forms only if orbitals have the same symmetry about z (net overlap 0).
2s, 2pz: σ; 2px: π; 3dxy, 3dx2-y2: δ.
A, B, C, E combine different symmetries net overlap =0.
D: both σ allowed.
Answer: (1)