Would valence bond theory be expected to give a reliable description of the bonding in hex-2-enoic acid? Why or why not?

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9. Would valence bond theory be expected to give a reliable description of the bonding in hex-2-enoic acid?
Why or why not?
10. In 3 sentences or less, explain how the LCAO-MO technique enables molecular orbitals to be constructed.
Transcribed Image Text:9. Would valence bond theory be expected to give a reliable description of the bonding in hex-2-enoic acid? Why or why not? 10. In 3 sentences or less, explain how the LCAO-MO technique enables molecular orbitals to be constructed.
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