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Molecular Orbital Theory
12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory / Molecular Orbital Theory / Problema 1
Problema 1

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.