Question

Use molecular orbital theory to predict whether or not each of the following molecules or ions should exist in a relatively stable form. Drag the appropriate items to their respective bins. C2 2+ Be2 2+ Li2 Li2 2

Answer 1

Answer:

C2 2+ stable and should exist

Be2 2+ stable and should exit

Li2 stable and should exit

Li2 2- unstable and doesn't exist

Explanation:

The first step in predicting the stability of a specie is knowing its molecular orbital configuration and bond order. If the Specie has a bond order of one or more, it is expected to exist in a stable form. The image attached shows the bond order and molecular orbital configuration of all the species mentioned in the question. This will aid you in understanding the stability of each specie.