Question: (a) Draw a picture showing how two p orbitals on two different atoms can be combined to make a sigma bond. (b) Sketch a

(a) Draw a picture showing how two p orbitals on two different atoms can be combined to make a sigma bond.
(b) Sketch a π bond that is constructed from p orbitals.
(c) Which is generally stronger, a σ bond or a π bond? Explain.
(d) Can two s orbitals combine to form a π bond? Explain.

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