A simple VB wavefunction for Na 2 would be

The correct wavefunction for Na2 involves the bonding of the outermost electrons, which are in the 3s orbitals for sodium. The symmetric combination (Yg) of these orbitals is represented by option D.

A simple VB wavefunction for Na 2 would be

The correct wavefunction for Na2 involves the bonding of the outermost electrons, which are in the 3s orbitals for sodium. The symmetric combination (Yg) of these orbitals is represented by option D.

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A Simple VB Wavefunction for Na₂ Would Be

Question 15

Multiple Choice

A simple VB wavefunction for Na₂ would be

A) Y_g = C₁[1s^A (1) 1s^B (2) + 1s^A (2) 1s^B (1) ]
B) Y_g = C₁[1s^A (1) 3s^B (2) + 1s^A (2) 3s^B (1) ]
C) Y_u = C₁[3s^A (1) 3s^B (2) - 3s^A (2) 3s^B (1) ]
D) Y_g = C₁[3s^A (1) 3s^B (2) + 3s^A (2) 3s^B (1) ]
E) Y_g = C₁[1s^A (1) 3s^B (2) - 3s^A (2) 3s^B (1) ]