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3. Bonding and Structure Flashcards

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Explain why the sigma bond is stronger than the pi bond?

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p orbitals are parallel so poor overlap when pi bonds form.

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Unit 1: Structure, Bonding and Introduction to Organic Chemistry (3 decks)

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