Which of the following statements is true? A)The triple bond in N₂ has a smaller bond order and a smaller bond length than the single bond in F₂. B)The triple bond in N₂ has a larger bond order and a smaller bond length than the single bond in F₂. C)The triple bond in N₂ has a smaller bond order and a larger bond length than the single bond in F₂. D)The triple bond in N₂ has a larger bond order and a larger bond length than the single bond in F₂. E)The triple bond in N₂ and the single bond in F₂ have the same bond order and the same bond length.

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A triple bond has a larger bond order than a single bond, indicating more shared electrons between the atoms, which leads to a stronger, shorter bond. Therefore, the triple bond in nitrogen (N≡N) has a larger bond order and a smaller bond length compared to the single bond in fluorine (F-F).

Which of the Following Statements Is True