Question

Assertion :If $d_{x^2-y^2}$ and $p_y$ orbitals come close together along z-axis, they can form It-bond by sideways overlapping. Reason: Both orbitals do not have electron density along z-axis.

• A. If assertion is true but Reason is false
• B. If assertion is false but Reason is true
• C. If both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is correct explanation for Assertion.
• D. If both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.

Answer 1

The correct option is B If assertion is false but Reason is true

This combination can not form $\pi$-bond by sideways overlapping due to different sign of $\psi$ along z-axis.