Which of the following overlap provides strongest bond?

s p^{3} - s p^{3}

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p - p

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s - s

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s - p

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Solution

The correct option is A $s p^{3} - s p^{3}$
$s p^{3}$ has high quantity of $p -$ character and we know that $p -$ orbital is directiona and hence, it would more overlap than $s -$ orbital.
$∴$ Have more bond strength than others.

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Explain

Which of the following represents s - s, s - p and p - p overlap respectively?

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