Choose the correct statement for $O_{2}$ molecule. As per M.O.T. both the unpaired electrons of $O_{2}$ molecule are :

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having same energy

in molecular orbitals which are perpendicular to each other

all are correct

in molecular orbitals which have given shape

answer is D.

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All are correct statement for $O_{2}$ molecule.

Both the unpaired electron of this molecule have same energy. Here, both the unpaired electron are in molecular orbital which are perpendicular to each other.

Hence, the correct option is D.

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