Which bond is formed first between two atoms?
Correct answer: A. Sigma bond
- A. Sigma bond
- B. Pi bond
- C. Double bond
- D. Triple bond
Explanation
A sigma bond is a type of covalent bond formed by the head-on overlap of atomic orbitals. It's the strongest type of covalent bond and is often formed between two s orbitals a p orbital. Sigma bonds are usually formed first when two atoms approach each other to create a covalent molecule.
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