Multiple Choice
The bond order of a homonuclear diatomic molecule can be decreased by ________.
A) removing electrons from a bonding MO or adding electrons to an antibonding MO
B) adding electrons to a bonding MO or removing electrons from an antibonding MO
C) adding electrons to any MO
D) removing electrons from any MO
E) The bond order of a homonuclear diatomic molecule cannot be decreased by any means.
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