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Choose the correct option for the number and type of covalent bonds in a molecule of ethyne.

A
4 single, 1 double
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4 single, 0 double
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2 single, 0 triple
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2 single, 1 triple
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Solution

The correct option is D 2 single, 1 triple

So from the structure of ethyne (HCCH), it can be seen that it has one triple bond and two single covalent bonds. Hence, option (d) is correct.


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