Valence Bond Theory

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Valence Bond Theory: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Valence Bond Theory, Overlapping of Atomic Orbitals, Axial Overlapping, Lateral Overlapping, Directional properties of Bonds and, Formation of Sigma and Pi bonds in Ethene

Important Questions on Valence Bond Theory

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In which of the following molecules both phenyl rings are not coplanar ?

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Which of the following plot represents potential energy of a pair of nuclei as a function of their separation:

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Which one of the following does not have sp2 hybridised carbon ?

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Number of sigma bonds in   P 4 O 10 is :

 

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Pz and dyz form which bond at x axis?

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The number of σ bonds, π bonds and lone pair of electrons in pyridine, respectively.

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Explain valance bond theory.

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There are x number of π bonds and y number of σ bonds present in the compound given below :

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The value of x+y2 is

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A single bond is always a 'σ' bond where as multiple bonds contain bolh σ and π bonds. A double bond contains one σ and and one π bond whereas a triple bond contain one σ and 2 π bonds. On basis of this statement calculate σ and π bonds in HCC-CH=CH3.

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Calculate the number of σ and π bonds in 2-n-propylpent-1-ene.

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Among the following, which pair of orbitals are involved in sigma bond formation (assume x-axis as internuclear axis)

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If Z axis is taken as internuclear axis then pair of orbitals that form pi bond is

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How many sigma σ bonds and pi π bonds are present in CH2=CH2?

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What are the differences between covalent bond and sigma bond?

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The correct statement for the structure of P4O10 is

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Find the number of pi bonds in NH3.

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Use the bonding aspects to explain the hybridisation in ethene.

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What kinds of bonds are present in ethene molecule?

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Which among the following have five sigma bond pairs and zero lone pairs according to VSEPR theory.

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Lateral overlap of p orbitals leads to the formation of _____.