Two P Orbitals Can Overlap to Form a σ Molecular

question 118

Multiple Choice

Two p orbitals can overlap to form a σ molecular orbital. How many nodes are present in this σ molecular orbital?

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 2
• D) 3

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