The potential energy (y) curve for H2 formation as a function of internuclear distance (x) of the H atoms is shown below.

The bond energy of H2 is:

1. (b – a) 2. \(\dfrac{\left(\right. c - a \left.\right)}{2}\)
3. \(\dfrac{\left(\right. b - a \left.\right)}{2}\) 4. (c – a)
Subtopic:  Covalent Bond |
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