According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following is true with respect to Li2+ and Li2$-$ ?

Question

According to molecular orbital theory, which of the following is true with respect to Li₂⁺ and Li₂^$-$ ?

$Li_2^ + $ is unstable and $Li_2^ - $ is stable

$Li_2^ + $ is stable and $Li_2^ - $ unstable

Both are stable

Both are unstable

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