In a diatomic molecule,the internuclear axis is $Z$. Which of the following bonds will be formed by the overlap of $P_x$ and $P_y$ orbitals?

  • A
    $\pi$ molecular orbital
  • B
    $\sigma$ molecular orbital
  • C
    $\delta$ molecular orbital
  • D
    No bond will be formed

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