Which type of bond is formed by the overlap of two p orbitals?

Practice Questions

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Which type of bond is formed by the overlap of two p orbitals?
  1. Sigma bond
  2. Pi bond
  3. Delta bond
  4. Phi bond

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which type of bond is formed by the overlap of two p orbitals?
  • Step 1: Understand what orbitals are. Orbitals are regions around an atom's nucleus where electrons are likely to be found.
  • Step 2: Know that there are different types of orbitals, including s and p orbitals.
  • Step 3: Recognize that p orbitals have a specific shape and can overlap with other p orbitals.
  • Step 4: Learn that when two p orbitals overlap, they can form a bond.
  • Step 5: Identify the type of bond formed by this overlap. The bond formed by the lateral (side-by-side) overlap of two p orbitals is called a pi bond.
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