Chapter 1, Problem 48PP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The total number of $\text{σ}$ bonds and $\text{π}$

bonds should be counted in the following compound:

  

Concept Introduction: $\text{σ}$ and $\text{π}$ bonds are type of covalent bonds that are formed by the overlapping of the atomic orbitals. The difference between two is that head-to-head overlapping of atomic orbitals results in $\text{σ}$ bond formation whereas lateral overlapping of atomic orbitals results in $\text{π}$ bond formation.