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Question

The illustrations below show s-s or p-p orbital overlaps. Identify the illustration that depicts a π bond based on the valence bond theory.

A.

Illustration A shows an s-s orbital overlap.

B.

Illustration B depicts a π bond with p-p orbital overlap.

C.

Illustration C shows a sigma bond with s-s orbital overlap.

D.

Illustration D depicts a p-p orbital overlap.

Accepted Answer

Illustration E shows a different orbital overlap, not a π bond.

Answer

Illustration B shows s-s or p-p orbital overlap, not a π bond.

Answer

Illustration C depicts a π bond with overlapping p orbitals.

Answer

Illustration D shows s-s or p-p orbital overlap, not a π bond.

The illustrations below show s-s or p-p orbital overlaps. Identify the illustration that depicts a π bond based on the valence bond theory.A. B. C. D.