Answer to Question #218703 in General Chemistry for Daniela

Question

Explain if this is true or not (provide examples).  A double or triple bond acts as a single bond when determining molecule shape. 

Answer 1

True .

EXPLANATION =

For Molecular Shape sigma bond is only required .

single bond have only sigma bond .

dOuble bond have sigma and pie bond

triple bond have one sigma and two pie bond .

pie bond is not required for shape So , only sigma bond is required So, Double bond and Triple bond Consider as Single Bond ( Only Sigma bond )