Question
Which of the following is the most stable state when two atoms come closer to each other to form a molecule?
Which of the following is the most stable state when two atoms come closer to each other to form a molecule?
A.
(i), when the bond is formed, the energy is minimum.
B.
(ii), when the atoms touch each other, the energy is zero.
C.
(iii), when the atoms are isolated, the energy is minimum.
D.
(ii), when the attractive forces are more than repulsive forces.
Answer :
(i), when the bond is formed, the energy is minimum.
Solution :
Energy is minimum when a bond is formed.
Energy is minimum when a bond is formed.