Which Atomic Orbitals Overlap to Form the Carbon-Carbon S Bonding

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which atomic orbitals overlap to form the carbon-carbon s bonding molecular orbital of acetylene,C₂H₂?

• A)Csp² + Csp²
• B)Csp + Csp
• C)Csp³ + Csp³
• D)C2p + C2p

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