Cl2 molecule is formed by the overlap of :
Correct answer: B. p-p head on overlapping of orbitals
- A. s-s orbital
- B. p-p head on overlapping of orbitals
- C. s-p orbital
- D. p-p parallel overlapping of orbitals
Explanation
The Cl2 molecule is formed by the overlap of two chlorine atoms' atomic orbitals. Specifically, it is formed by the head-to-head overlap of two chlorine 3p orbitals, resulting in a sigma (σ) bond ,hence this is the correct option.
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