Solution
Core Logic
Conditions for the linear combination of atomic orbitals (LCAO) to form molecular orbitals:
- The combining atomic orbitals must have the same or nearly the same energy.
- The combining atomic orbitals must have the same symmetry about the molecular axis.
- The combining atomic orbitals must overlap to the maximum extent (not minimum).
Chapter Mix
Class 11 Chemistry: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure