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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 triple bond?
Options
A 1 σ, 1 π
B 1 σ, 2 π
Correct Answer
C 2 σ, 1 π
D 2 σ, 2 π
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A triple bond consists of one sigma bond (head-on overlap of sp hybrid orbitals) and two pi bonds (sideways overlap of two sets of p orbitals).

Hint

Triple bond = one σ + two π.

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