Chapter 1, Problem 1.44AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The bonding and antibonding molecular orbitals of ${\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}$ molecule are to be shown. The electron occupancy diagram for the ${\text{Li}}_{\text{2}}$ molecule is to be shown.

Concept introduction:

The molecular orbital theory states that two atoms combines together to form a molecule. During the formation of a molecule, the electrons are shared between two atoms to form a chemical bond.