Molecular Orbital Theory (10.2.4)

Question 1

• Lewis dot structures, VSEPR theory, and valence bond theory all rely on atomic orbitals, and consequently fail to predict some of the properties of molecules.

Answer 1

• Lewis dot structures, VSEPR theory, and valence bond theory all rely on atomic orbitals, and consequently fail to predict some of the properties of molecules.

Question 2

• Molecular orbital theory (MO theory) can be used to explain why certain molecules do not form.

Answer 2

• Molecular orbital theory (MO theory) can be used to explain why certain molecules do not form.