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When two 1s atomic orbitals of comparable energies undergoes constructive interference there is formation of :
 

Option: 1

Bonding molecular orbital of lower energy as compared to atomic orbital.


Option: 2

Anti-bonding molecular orbital of higher energy as compared to atomic orbital


Option: 3

Bonding molecular orbital of higher energy as compared to atomic orbital.


Option: 4

Anti- bonding molecular orbital of lower energy as compared to atomic orbital.


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As we have learnt,

When two 1s atomic orbitals of comparable energies undergoes CONSTRUCTIVE INTERFERENCE there is formation of bonding molecular orbital (\sigma _{1s}) of lower energy as compared to atomic orbital.

Hence, option number (1) is correct.

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