Question

Which statement best describes the basis of the band theory of metallic bonding?
a. Molecular orbitals overlap to form atomic orbitals in which the valence electrons of the atoms travel.
b. Molecular orbitals overlap to form atomic orbitals in which all electrons of the atoms travel. C, Atomic orbitals overlap to form molecular orbitals in which the valence electrons of the atoms travel. D, Atomic orbitals overlap to form molecular orbitals in which all electrons of the atoms travel.

Answer 1

The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "C, Atomic orbitals overlap to form molecular orbitals in which the valence electrons of the atoms travel." The statement best describes the basis of the band theory of metallic bonding is that C, Atomic orbitals overlap to form molecular orbitals in which the valence electrons of the atoms travel. 

Answer 2

Answer : Option C) Atomic orbitals overlap to form molecular orbitals in which the valence electrons of the atoms travel.

Explanation : The band theory in the metallic bonding can be explained by the combination of atomic orbitals to form molecular orbitals in which the valence electrons of the different or same atoms travels to form molecular bonding.

It can be bonding or anti-bonding, depending on the availability of the electrons coming from the atoms of elements.