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Why does a σ\sigma-MO formed by the overlap of two 2px2 p_x orthitak (Fig. 2.7a) have the label σg\sigma_g ?

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The second-period elements are Li-Ne with 2s and 2p valence orbitals. Non-valence orbitals, which is 1s are frequently ignored in molecular orbital diagrams.

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