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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Which of the following is a pi (π) bond?
Options
A Sideways overlap of parallel p orbitals
Correct Answer
B End-to-end overlap of s orbitals
C Head-on overlap of hybrid orbitals
D Ionic interaction
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pi bonds are formed by sideways overlap of parallel p orbitals above and below the plane of the molecule, giving electron density in two lobes.

Hint

Sideways overlap.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 705 of 1999
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