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π-bond between carbon atoms is formed when; Question 109Select one: a. 2pz and 2pz orbitals overlap along the same axis b. 2py and 2py orbitals overlap laterally c. 2px and 2py orbitals overlap along the same axis d. 2py and 2py orbitals overlap along the same axis e. 2px and 2pz orbitals overlap laterlly

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π-bond between carbon atoms is formed when; Question 109Select one:

a. 2pz and 2pz orbitals overlap along the same axis

b. 2py and 2py orbitals overlap laterally

c. 2px and 2py orbitals overlap along the same axis

d. 2py and 2py orbitals overlap along the same axis

e. 2px and 2pz orbitals overlap laterlly

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Solution

The correct answer is:

b. 2py and 2py orbitals overlap laterally

Explanation:

A pi bond (π bond) is a type of covalent bond that exists between atoms where the electrons are on top and bottom of the axis connecting the nuclei of the joined atoms. The π bond is formed when parallel orbitals overlap and is weaker than the sigma bond. In the case of carbon atoms, the 2py and 2py orbitals can overlap laterally to form a π bond.

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