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How are the axes of the atomic orbitals oriented in the formation of a pi (π) bond?

Options

  1. AParallel to each other and parallel to the internuclear axis
  2. BPerpendicular to each other and perpendicular to the internuclear axis
  3. CParallel to each other and perpendicular to the internuclear axis
  4. DPerpendicular to each other and parallel to the internuclear axis

Correct answer

A. Parallel to each other and parallel to the internuclear axis

Step-by-step solution

In the formation of a pi (π) bond, the atomic orbitals overlap in such a way that their axes remain parallel to each other and parallel to the internuclear axis.

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