Q.

According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following is true with respect to Li2+ and Li2-?

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a

Li2+is stable andLi2is unstable

b

Li2+is unstable and Li2is stable 

c

Both are stable

d

Both are unstable

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

According to molecular orbital theory,
The stability of a molecule depends on how many electrons are in its bonding orbitals compared to its antibonding electrons. If there are more bonding electrons than antibonding electrons, the molecule is stable; if there are fewer, it is unstable.
Both Li2+ and Li2-has 0.5 bond order and hence both are stable.

Hence, the correct option is (D) 

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