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Which consequence results when atomic orbital overlap is insufficient in a molecular bond?

A)Increased bond length occurs unfavorably
B)Resonance stabilization will consequently increase
C)London dispersion forces dominate strongly
D)The molecule becomes surprisingly paramagnetic

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Insufficient orbital overlap leads to increased bond length via reduced electron density because strong covalent bonds are not established via constructive interference. Therefore greater atomic separation is mandatory, rather than favorable resonance or distinct paramagnetism.

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