MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1744

Based on Molecular Orbital Theory, what is the calculated bond order for a Nitrogen molecule (N2) with ten valence electrons?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1744

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Based on Molecular Orbital Theory, what is the calculated bond order for a Nitrogen molecule (N2) with ten valence electrons?

    • A) 1
    • B) 2
    • C) 3
    • D) 4

    Answer: 3

    Explanation: Bond order is calculated as (Bonding - Antibonding)/2. Option B fails because 2 is the bond order for an Oxygen molecule.