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2.2 Intramolecular Force and Potential Energy
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Potential energy curves for two hypothetical diatomic molecules.
Potential energy curves for two hypothetical diatomic molecules.
A researcher compares two hypothetical diatomic molecules, \(\text{X}_2\) and \(\text{Y}_2\), using the potential energy curves shown. For each molecule, the potential energy of the separated atoms is defined as zero. Which statement correctly compares the equilibrium bond lengths and bond dissociation energies of the two molecules?

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