Valence Bond Theory

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Valence Bond Theory: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as Comparison of Sigma and Pi Bonds, Types of Overlapping in Sigma and Pi Bonds, Valence Bond Theory, Formation of H2 Molecule According to Valence Bond Theory, Directional properties of Bonds, etc.

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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The correct statement for the structure of P4O10 is

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The - bonding depends on the lone pair of electron donors and _____ of an acceptor.

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The - bonding depends on the electrons donors and vacant orbitals of an acceptor.

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The - bonding depends on the _____ donors and vacant orbitals.

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There is bonding between two atoms where one atom is having one vacant orbital and another is having one lone pair of electrons. The bond is known as ppi-ppi or ppi-dpi.

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Propyne molecule contains 6 sigma and _____ pi bonds.

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The sum of number of sigma and pi bonds formed between two carbon atoms in CaC2 are:

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Explain why covalent bonds are directional in nature ?

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Explain the directional properties of bonds ?

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Number and type of bonds between two carbon atoms in CaC2 are

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Which of the following is not tetrahedral in shape?

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The number of σ and π bonds in allyl isocyanide are

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bonding is not present in the molecule :

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In the resonating form of naphthalene molecule, how many sigma and pi bonds are present?

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The number of σ- and π- bonds in hexane-2, 4-dione, respectively are