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Main axis of a diatomic molecule is Z. AO's px and py overlap to form which of the following orbitals?

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Main axis of a diatomic molecule is Z. AO's px and py overlap to form which of the following orbitals?

(a) π-MO

(b) σ-MO

(c) δ-MO

(d) No bond will form

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Correct answer: (d) No bond will form

Explanation: 

px and py orbitals do not have proper orientation to overlap and hence no bond is formed.

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