NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
How many sigma and pi bonds are present between carbon and oxygen in a carbon monoxide (CO) molecule?
Options
- ATwo sigma bonds and one pi bond
- BOne sigma bond and two pi bonds
- COne sigma bond and one pi bond
- DTwo sigma bonds and two pi bonds
Correct answer
A. Two sigma bonds and one pi bond
Step-by-step solution
The structure of a CO molecule as having one sigma bond and two pi bonds between carbon and oxygen.