Question

The nodal plane in the $\pi$-bond of ethene is located in:

• A. the molecular plane
• B. a plane parallel to the molecular plane
• C. a plane perpendicular to the molecular plane which bisects the carbon - carbon $\sigma$ - bond at right angle.
• D. a plane perpendicular to the molecular plane which containes the carbon - carbon σ - bond

Answer 1

The correct option is A

the molecular plane

Let's try to visualize ethene

We will try to make a rough diagram

So,by looking at the diagram,we can say that the nodal plane in the $\pi$-bond in ethane is located in the molecular plane.