Q. Consider the following species : $CN^+$, $CN^-$, NO and CN Which one of these will have the highest bond order ?
A) $CN^+$
B) $CN^-$
C) NO
D) CN
Explanation
[Solution] Bond orders: $CN^-$ 3, CN 2.5, NO 2.5, $CN^+$ 2. Answer (2).
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