The linear combination of atomic orbitals to form molecular orbitals takes place only when the combining atomic orbitals:
$A$. have the same energy
$B$. have the minimum overlap
$C$. have same symmetry about the molecular axis
$D$. have different symmetry about the molecular axis
Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:

  • A
    $A, B, C$ only
  • B
    $A$ and $C$ only
  • C
    $B, C, D$ only
  • D
    $B$ and $D$ only

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