When the reaction $O_2 + e^- \to O_2^-$ occurs,identify the molecular orbital into which the electron is added.
- A$\sigma_{2p_z}$
- B$\pi_{2p_x}^*$
- C$\pi_{2p_x}$
- D$\sigma_{2p_z}^*$
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