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Anionic NO– has a longer bond than neutral NO. Which is the best explanation for this difference?Bonding Chemistry Question

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Anionic NO– has a longer bond than neutral NO. Which is the best explanation for this difference?

A.

NO– has two unpaired electrons while NO has only one.

B.

NO– has a double bond while NO has a triple bond.

C.

NO– has one more σ antibonding electron than NO.

D.

NO– has one more π antibonding electron than NO.

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