Orbital Bonds

Question 1

What is sigma bond?

Answer 1

• Bond is formed when the overlap occurs along the line between the two nuclei
• Formed between a S + S orbital
• Formed between S + P orbital
• Formed between a P + P orbital
• Head on head overlap

Question 2

What is a Pi bond?

Answer 2

• Bond is formed when the overlap between the two orbitals occurs sideways
• Formed between P + P orbitals