Question

OF and F\(_2\) can be compared in terms of:

• A. OF is paramagnetic while F\(_2\) is diamagnetic
• B. OF is more stable towards dissociation into atoms
• C. Both (a) and (b) are correct
• D. None of the above is correct

Hint:

- Paramagnetic substances have unpaired electrons, while diamagnetic substances have all electrons paired. - The stability of a molecule towards dissociation depends on the strength of its bonds.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Let’s analyze both statements one by one. 
(A) OF is paramagnetic while F\(_2\) is diamagnetic: - OF (oxygen fluoride, OF) has an unpaired electron in its molecular orbitals, making it paramagnetic. - F\(_2\) (fluorine molecule), on the other hand, has all of its electrons paired, making it diamagnetic. So, this statement is correct. 
(B) OF is more stable towards dissociation into atoms: - OF is more stable than F\(_2\) in terms of dissociation. F\(_2\) has a relatively weak bond compared to OF, making OF less likely to dissociate into atoms. So, this statement is also correct. 
Since both statements (A) and (B) are correct, the correct answer is \( \boxed{{C}} \).