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question 1 which statement is correct? a triple bond consists of three …

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question 1
which statement is correct?
a triple bond consists of three sigma bonds.
a triple bond consists of three pi bonds.
a triple bond consists of one pi and two sigma bonds.
a triple bond consists of one sigma and two pi bonds.

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

A triple bond is formed when two atoms share three pairs of electrons. In terms of bond types, the first bond formed (the strongest one) is a sigma ($\sigma$) bond. The remaining two bonds are pi ($\pi$) bonds. So, a triple bond has one $\sigma$ bond and two $\pi$ bonds.

Answer:

A triple bond consists of one sigma and two pi bonds.