Lesson: Sigma and Pi Bonding

In this lesson, we will learn how to describe the energies and electron densities of bonds formed by sigma and pi overlap of s, p, d, and f orbitals.

Worksheet: 13 Questions

Q1:

What kind of molecular orbital forms when the two atomic orbitals shown interact in the manner indicated?

Q2:

Which of the following diagrams correctly illustrates the phases and orientations of the atomic orbitals giving rise to a orbital?

Q3:

Which of the following represents the bonding orbital overlap in ?

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