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Q.

The bond order in  NO  is 2.5 while that in NO+ is 3. Which of the following statements is true for these two species?

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a

Bond length is unpredictable

b

Bond length in NO is greater than in NO+

c

Bond length in NO+ is equal to that in NO

d

Bond length in NO+ is greater than in NO

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Going from NO to NO+ results in stronger bonds and shorter bonds since the bond strength rises. No 0 π*antibonding electrons exist in NO+. 1 π* antibonding electron exists in NO. There are 2 π* antibonding electrons in NO.

Bond length in NO is greater than in NO+

 B.L. 1 B.O. 

Hence correct option is B.

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