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σ bonds are stronger than π bonds.
(a) True
(b) False
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I want to ask this question from Tetravalence of Carbon: Shapes of Organic Compounds topic in section Organic Chemistry – Basic Principles and Technique of Chemistry – Class 11
Select the correct answer from above options
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Editor Staff answered 1 year ago
The correct option is (a) True
For explanation: In a σ bond, linear overlapping takes place whereas in a π bond, parallel overlapping takes place. Linear overlapping results in greater extent of overlapping which makes σ bond stronger than the π bond.
