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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question
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Carbon-carbon double bonds consist of :
Options
A one σ bond, one π bond
Correct Answer
B two σ bonds, one π bond
C one σ bond, two π bonds
D two σ bonds, two π bonds
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A double bond is composed of one sigma (σ) bond, formed by the head-on overlap of orbitals, and one pi (π) bond, formed by the sideways overlap of p-orbitals.

Hint

Think about the different types of orbital overlap in a double bond.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 923 of 1999
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