Chapter 9, Problem 71E

(a)

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To determine: The molecular orbital sketch and energy level diagram of ${\text{H}}_2^{+}$ ion.

(b)

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To determine: The number of electrons in ${\text{H}}_2^{+}$ ion.

(c)

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To determine: The electronic configuration of the ${\text{H}}_2^{+}$ ion in terms of MOs.

(d)

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To determine: The bond order in ${\text{H}}_2^{+}$ ion.

(e)

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To determine: If the ion is excited to the higher energy level, the ${\text{H}}_2^{+}$ ion will be stable there or will fall apart.

(f)

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To determine: The statement from the given three statement which is correct about part (e).