Question
Why is a σ bond the strongest covalent bond?
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Answer
Why is a σ bond the strongest covalent bond?
- The electrons in a σ bond are as close as possible to the two sources of positive charge (the two nuclei). Therefore, a σ bond is the lowest energy, strongest, most stable type of covalent bond.
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