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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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In propyne there are
Options
A six σ bonds and two π bonds
Correct Answer
B seven σ bonds and one π bond
C six σ bonds and one π bond
D eight σ bonds
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Propyne (CH3-C≡CH) has 6 single (σ) bonds (4 C-H and 2 C-C) and one triple bond which contains 2 π bonds.

Hint

Draw the structure of propyne and count the single and multiple bonds.

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