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We illustrate how to use these points by constructing a molecular orbital energy-level diagram for F 2. We use the diagram in part (a) in Figure \(\PageIndex{1}\); the n = 1 orbitals (σ 1 s and σ 1 s *) are located well below those of the n = 2 level and are not shown.
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Jun 14, 2023 · Overview. In this section, we will compare MO diagrams for diatomic molecules X-X, from Li 2 to Ne 2. We will predict their bond order and see how the energies of the different orbitals change. We will also compare our predictions to experimental evidence. First, though, we need to talk about a new effect, s-p mixing.
Summary. LCAO-MO Theory is a simple method for predicting the approximate electronic structure of molecules. Atomic orbitals must have the proper symmetry and energy to interact and form molecular orbitals. Photoelectron spectroscopy provides useful information on the energies of atomic orbitals.
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When we drew Lewis structures, we gave oxygen six electrons, rather than eight; we were ignoring the core. In the context of MO, suppose we do have 2s electrons. That must mean that each atom has two 1s electrons of its own, for a total of four.
Molecular Orbital Theory. Molecular Orbital (MO) Theory is the final theory pertaining to the bonding between molecules. In contrast to VSEPR and valence bond theory which describe bonding in terms of atomic orbitals, molecular orbital theory visualizes bonding in relation to molecular orbitals, which are orbitals that surround the entire molecule.
In developing MO diagrams, the MO theory takes into account the wave nature of electrons. MO diagrams predict a molecule’s physical and chemical properties such as shape, bond energy, bond length, and bond angle. They also aid in the prediction of a molecule’s electronic spectra and paramagnetism.
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This section explores molecular orbital (MO) theory. We will introduce molecular orbital theory and use it to describe the electronic structure of simple molecules. We will also compare and contrast the predictions of MO theory with Valence Bond theory and Lewis structures highlighting similarities and important differences.
