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Why does the %s character increase on the orbital with electropositive atom? I do not seem to properly grasp this concept. Is this rule based on observation or is there any proof to it? If there is a proof can you guys explain it to me in simple terms? I currently have knowledge of basic quantum mechanics and chemical bonding.

Shubham
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    I'd suggest starting with http://chemistry.stackexchange.com/questions/15620/what-is-bents-rule?rq=1 and http://chemistry.stackexchange.com/questions/15671/utility-of-bents-rule-what-can-bents-rule-explain-that-other-qualitative-con?rq=1 – Geoff Hutchison Oct 14 '14 at 04:11
  • @GeoffHutchison Sorry, I was on mobile and wasn't able to check whether this question has been asked before or not. Thanks for the links :) – Shubham Oct 14 '14 at 09:09
  • @GeoffHutchison What is the protocol here? Should I delete this question or should I let it stay? Or is there an option to lock this thread? – Shubham Oct 14 '14 at 09:26
  • @Shubham Yes, you can delete it. If you don't soon it will be on hold and then closed!! – Freddy Oct 14 '14 at 11:12

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