Use the same molecular orbital diagram to predict which of the following molecules should be paramagnetic.
(I) B₂ (II) C₂ (III) N₂ (IV) O₂ (V) F₂

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Use the same molecular orbital diagram to predict which of the following molecules should be paramagnetic. (I) B₂ (II) C₂ (III) N₂ (IV) O₂ (V) F₂

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Molecules are paramagnetic when they have unpaired electrons in their molecular orbitals. Among the given options, B (boron) and O (oxygen) have odd numbers of electrons, leading to unpaired electrons in their molecular orbitals. Therefore, B₂ and O₂ are expected to be paramagnetic.

Use the Same Molecular Orbital Diagram to Predict Which of the Following