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The electrons in atoms occupy atomic orbitals `(AO_(s))` that are represented as theregions around the nuclei where there is a high probability of finding the electrons. ln the so-called LCAO (linear combitaks) approach, as pioneered by Hund and Mulliken, when AOs come close together, they overlap forming MOs (molecular orbitals). Two AO s can overlap to form two MOs, one of which lies at a lower energy level (BMO) than the other at a higher energy level and is called an antibonding molecular orbital (ABMO). Each MO can hold one or two electrons in accordance with Pauli's exclusion principle. MOT can explain the paramagnetism of molecules such as `O_(2)` and NO and other spectral features.
In a molecule number of electrons in bonding MO is more as compared to antibonding MO, hence

A

a bond will be formed

B

no bond will be formed

C

infonnation is not sufficient

D

None of the above

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