Lumo and Slumo Energy of N2: Understanding Molecular Nitrogen Excitation

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The discussion focuses on the LUMO (Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital) and SLUMO (Second Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital) energies of molecular nitrogen (N2). The LUMO energy of N2 is approximately 9.8 eV, while the SLUMO energy is higher, requiring additional energy for excitation. The energy required to excite N2 to these states is significant, emphasizing the stability of molecular nitrogen under standard conditions.

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What is the lumo energy and/or slumo energy of molecular nitrogen (n2)? how much energy is required to excite it to these states? thanks
 
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