12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory
Molecular Orbital Theory
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Textbook QuestionThe organic molecules shown here are derivatives of benzene in which six-membered rings are 'fused' at the edges of the hexagons.
(e) Benzene, naphthalene, and anthracene are colorless, but tetracene is orange. What does this imply about the relative HOMO–LUMO energy gaps in these molecules? See the 'Chemistry Put to Work' box on orbitals and energy.Verified Solution
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