Valence Bond Theory (10.2.1)

Question 1

• When two atoms are in proximity, they will arrange themselves at the lowest possible energy level.

Answer 1

• When two atoms are in proximity, they will arrange themselves at the lowest possible energy level.

Question 2

• Sigma bonds are formed by the end-on overlap of orbitals along the internuclear axis.

Answer 2

• Sigma bonds are formed by the end-on overlap of orbitals along the internuclear axis.

Question 3

• Pi bonds are formed by side-on overlap of orbitals on either side of the internuclear axis.

Answer 3

• Pi bonds are formed by side-on overlap of orbitals on either side of the internuclear axis.