As per MOT, electronic configuration of NO is
σ1s2<σ∗1s2<σ2s2<σ∗2s2<σ2pz2<π2px2=π2py2<π∗2px1=π∗2py0
It is paramagnetic due to π2∗py1 (unpaired electron)
Bond order of NO (i.e.O2+)=210−5=2.5
Which one of the following properties is not shown by NO ?
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It is diamagnetic in gaseous state
It is a neutral oxide
It combines with oxygen to form nitrogen dioxide
It's bond order is 2.5
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