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Prof M
Aug 28, 2012, 02:39 AM
Based on the structure of the following compound, which statement is INCORRECT?

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(1) It contains a σ molecular orbital formed by the overlap of two carbon sp3
Hybrid atomic orbitals.
(2) It contains a σ molecular orbital formed by the overlap of one carbon sp2
Hybrid atomic orbitals and one hydrogen sp3 hybrid atomic orbital .
(3) It contains a π molecular orbital formed by the overlap of two carbon p atomic
Orbitals.
(4) It contains a polar bond.

Unknown008
Aug 28, 2012, 04:51 AM
What do you think the answer is, and why would to be inclined to pick that answer?