Which of the Following Best Describes the Bond Length of the Central

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the bond length of the central sigma bond in 1,3-butadiene shown below?

• A)It is longer than an average C-C sigma bond.
• B)It is shorter than an average C-C sigma bond.
• C)It is the same length as an average C-C sigma bond.
• D)There is not enough information to determine bond length.

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