Which statement does not accurately describe σ and π bonding? — Bonding Chemistry Question
Question
Which statement does not accurately describe σ and π bonding?
A.
σ bonds have no nodes containing the internuclear axis, while π bonds have one node containing the internuclear axis.
B.✓ Correct
σ and π bonds are of similar strength in homodiatomic molecules containing elements of the second and third period.
C.
Triple bonds in heterodiatomic molecules of the second and third period elements consist of one σ and two π bonds.
D.
Formaldehyde, H2CO, has three σ bonds and one π bond.
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