Question

$C_3^{4-}$ has

• A. Two $\sigma$ and two $\pi$ bonds
• B. Three $\sigma$ and one $\pi$ bonds
• C. Two $\sigma$ and one $\pi$ bonds
• D. Two $\sigma$ and three $\pi$ bonds

Answer 1

The correct option is A Two $\sigma$ and two $\pi$ bonds

Structure of $C_3^{4-}$ is ${[}^{-2}C=C=C^{-2}]$