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The main axis of diatomic molecule is `z`. The orbitals `p_x` and `p_y` overlap to form

A

`pi` molecular orbital

B

`sigma` molecular orbital

C

`delta` molecular orbital

D

no bond will be formed

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The correct Answer is:
D
Since `p_x` and `p_y` orbitals are perpendicular to each other, they cannot overlap sideways or end-to-end. Thus, no bond will be formed.
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