Ch 08
Describe the formation of covalent bonds in terms of atomic orbital overlap [C]
Define and give examples of σ and π bonds [A]
Explain the concept of atomic orbital hybridization [C]
Determine the hybrid orbitals associated with various molecular geometries [U]
RESOURCES: Hybridization and Molecular Orbitals
Describe multiple covalent bonding in terms of atomic orbital overlap [C]
Relate the concept of resonance to π-bonding and electron delocalization [C]
Outline the basic quantum-mechanical approach to deriving molecular orbitals from atomic orbitals [C]
Describe traits of bonding and antibonding molecular orbitals [C]
Calculate bond orders based on molecular electron configurations [U]
Write molecular electron configurations for first- and second-row diatomic molecules [A]
Relate these electron configurations to the molecules’ stabilities and magnetic properties [U]