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The highest energy occupied molecular orbital in the li−li bond of the li2 molecule is _____.

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Answer:

2s

Step-by-step explanation:

Hello,

To determine the stated orbital, we must develop the electron configuration of Li:


1s^22s^1

So the highest energy occupied molecular orbital is 2s which is the most stable condition.

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