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why is sigma bond stronger than pi-bond??

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During the formation of sigma bond, overlap of atomic orbitals takes place to a larger extent whereas during the formation of pi- bond, the overlapping of atomic orbitals takes place to a smaller extent.More is the overlapping of atomic orbitals, more is the strength. Therefore, sigma bond is stronger than pi- bond.


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