Question

Which of the following overlapping will result in the formation of strongest bond?

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Formation of a chemical bond only takes place when p orbitals perpendicular to the internuclear axis overlap sidewise like this


or along the inter nuclear axis like this


The orbital overlap is strongest when the orbitals overlap along the inter nuclear axis because the extent of orbital overlap is maximum.