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Which statement is incorrect with respect to bonding between two carbon atoms as per the VBT?

Option: 1

A \sigma bond is weaker than a \pi bond.
 


Option: 2

A \sigma bond is stronger than \pi bond.
 


Option: 3

A double bond is stronger than a single bond.


Option: 4

A double bond is shorter than a single bond


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\sigma bond is stronger than \pi bond as it is formed by head on overlap of orbitals.

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