Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A)C₂ is paramagnetic.
• B)C₂ is diamagnetic.
• C)The carbon-carbon bond in C₂^2- is stronger than the one in CH₃CH₃.
• D)The carbon-carbon bond in C₂^2- is shorter than the one in CH₃CH₃.
• E)Two of the above.

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