According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following is true with respect to $Li_2^ + $ and $Li_2^ - $ ?

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  • A

     $Li_2^ + $ is unstable and  $Li_2^ - $ is stable

  • B

     $Li_2^ + $ is stable and  $Li_2^ - $ is unstable

  • C

    Both are stable

  • D

    Both are unstable

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According to $MOT$ which of following is correct

Compare the relative stability of the following species and indicate their magnetic properties;

$O _{2}, O _{2}^{+}, O _{2}^{-}$ (superoxide), $O _{2}^{2-}$ (peroxide)

Which of the following is paramagnetic

Which of the following species would be expected paramagnetic

Match List$-I$ with List$-II.$

List$-I$ List$-II$
$(a)$ $Ne _{2}$ $(i)$ $1$
$(b)$ $N _{2}$ $(ii)$ $2$
$(c)$ $F _{2}$ $(iii)$ $0$
$(d)$ $O _{2}$ $(iv)$ $3$

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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