State whether the bond order increases or decreases when $O_2$ changes to $O_2^+$ and when $N_2$ changes to $N_2^+$.

  • A
    Increases for both
  • B
    Decreases for both
  • C
    Increases for $O_2$ and decreases for $N_2$
  • D
    Decreases for $O_2$ and increases for $N_2$

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