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MO Theory: Homonuclear Diatomic Molecules
12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory / MO Theory: Homonuclear Diatomic Molecules / Problem 1

The following illustration shows a molecular orbital for the C2+ ion:

Molecular orbital diagram for C2+ ion, illustrating bonding and antibonding characteristics.

Determine if the MO is a σ or π MO and classify if it is a bonding or antibonding MO.

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