MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #853

What distinguishes the magnetic properties of dioxygen (O₂) from dinitrogen (N₂)?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #853

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What distinguishes the magnetic properties of dioxygen (O₂) from dinitrogen (N₂)?

    • A) O₂ has unpaired electrons
    • B) N₂ has a higher bond order
    • C) O₂ is diamagnetic
    • D) N₂ has lower bond strength

    Answer: O₂ has unpaired electrons

    Explanation: O₂'s molecular orbital has unpaired electrons, making it paramagnetic; N₂ is diamagnetic with paired electrons.