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Which type of overlapping results the formation of a \pi bond

Option: 1

Axial overlapping of s-s orbitals


Option: 2

 Lateral overlapping of p-p orbitals


Option: 3

Axial overlapping of p-p orbitals


Option: 4

 Axial overlapping of s-p orbitals


Answers (1)

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As we have learnt,

Axial overlap or direct overlap leads to the formation of a sigma bond while sideways or lateral overlap leads to the formation of pi bonds.

Hence, the correct answer is Option (2)

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