The number of sigma bonds in methyl chloride due to sp³-s overlap is/are _____?
Everyday Science / Chemistry — Multiple-choice practice
- A. None of these
- B. 2
- C. 3
- D. 4
Correct answer
3
Explanation
Explanation In methyl chloride (CH₃Cl), carbon forms three C–H sigma bonds by sp³–s overlap. The fourth bond (C–Cl) is formed by sp³–p overlap, not sp³–s.
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