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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question

Question

How many sigma (σ) and pi (π) bonds are present in a carbon-carbon double bond?
Options
A 1 σ, 0 π
B 1 σ, 1 π
Correct Answer
C 1 σ, 2 π
D 2 σ, 0 π
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A double bond consists of one sigma bond (head-on overlap of hybrid orbitals) and one pi bond (sideways overlap of unhybridized p orbitals).

Hint

Double bond = one σ + one π.

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