The molecular orbital model can be used to predict molecular structure, bonding properties, and magnetism. For diatomic molecules, atomic orbitals combine to form molecular orbitals through constructive or destructive interference. Bonding molecular orbitals are lower in energy than antibonding orbitals. Electron configuration and bond order indicate bond strength and stability. Heteronuclear diatomics form molecular orbitals between different atomic orbitals, while delocalized π bonding is seen in resonant structures like benzene.