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The paramagnectic property of oxgyen is well explained by:

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Molecular orbital theory

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Resonance theory

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Valence bond theory

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VSEPR teory

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Solution

The correct option is B Molecular orbital theory
Molecular orbital theory well explains the paramagnetic property of oxygen. Due to the presence of unpaired electrons in orbitals, oxygen with even number of electrons is paramagnetic.

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