Formation of Molecular Orbitals

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Atomic Orbital

The area of space where you’re likely to find n electron in the atoms nucleus

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Molecular Orbital

The area of space where you’re likely to find the bonding electrons in a molecule

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Why do symmetrical molecules form?

Because the electrons are equally attracted

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What happens when there is a large different in electronegativities?

The bonding molecular orbital will be asymmetrical.

When the polarity different increases and moves towards an ionic substance, it becomes even more asymmetric.

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Are individual molecular orbitals symmetrical or asymmetrical?

They are ASYMMETRICAL as electrons are more attracted to the electronegative element