Chemistry: Atoms First (2nd Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1305079248
ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-924-3

Chapter 4 - Active Learning Questions - Page 197: 7

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The MO model describes the behavior of electrons in molecules by forming molecular orbitals through the combination of atomic orbitals. The local electron model, such as the Valence Bond theory, focuses on the concept of overlapping atomic orbitals to form covalent bonds. The MO model provides a more complete picture of electron distribution and is useful for understanding the electronic structure of molecules, while the local electron model is simpler and useful for explaining certain bonding patterns.
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