CH3F MO Diagram: Step-by-Step Guide for Drawing a Molecular Orbital Diagram

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To draw a molecular orbital diagram for CH3F, it's essential to consider the tetrahedral geometry and the involvement of fluorine's p orbitals. While the simpler CH4 diagram focuses on carbon's sp3 hybridization, CH3F requires incorporating fluorine's p orbitals due to its electronegativity and bonding characteristics. The fluorine atom contributes at least one p orbital to the bonding interactions, which plays a crucial role in the overall molecular structure. Understanding the hybridization and orbital overlap is key to accurately representing the molecular orbital diagram. Properly integrating these elements will enhance the clarity and accuracy of the diagram.
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I was wondering if anyone could help me out on how to draw a molecular orbital diagram for the tetrahedral CH3F. I understand how to draw a molecular orbital diagram for the more simple molecule CH4, but am unsure as to how I can incorporate the p orbitals of the fluorine atom into the diagram?
Any help or hints would be greatly appreciated.

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Are they involved?
 
Borek said:
Are they involved?

Probably. At least one of them is responsible for bonding.
 

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