ORG-1 Molecular Structure of Organic Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is the result of a carbon atom with a mixed s and three p orbitals?
A
Four sp/\3 orbitals
2
Q
What is the characteristic of a sigma bond?
A
It is symetric about the axis of a bond, unlike a pi bond
3
Q
The energy required to break a bond is known as the…
A
Bond dissociation energy
4
Q
What is the molecular orbital approach?
A
Theory where electrons aren’t assigned to particular bonds, but are treated as moving under the influence of the nuclei of the molecule as a whole.
5
Q
What is a dipole moment?
A
The measure of the charge seperation between elements
