Question

By the axial overlapping of two p-orbitals of the same energy, a strong sigma bond is formed.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Ambiguous
  
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

True

Sigma bond is formed by the linear or head to head or end on overlapping of orbitals. Sigma bonds are the strong bonds due to maximum overlapping of orbitals. Electron density is maximum around the bond axis. Therefore the axial overlapping of two p-orbitals of the same energy results in a strong sigma bond.

Hence, the correct option is $\text{A}$