Which of the following statements is incorrect for sigma and pi-bonds formed between two…

Chemistry · JEE Main · NTA ExamsChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

Which of the following statements is incorrect for sigma and pi-bonds formed between two carbon atoms ?
  1. Sigma-bond is stronger than a pi-bond
  2. Bond energies of sigma and pi-bonds are of the order of 264 kJ/mol and 347 kJ/mol
  3. Free rotation of surrounding atoms about a sigma-bond is allowed but not in case of a pi-bond
  4. Sigma-bond determines the direction between carbon atoms but a pi-bond has no primary effect in this regard

Answer

(B) Bond energies of sigma and pi-bonds are of the order of 264 kJ/mol and 347 kJ/mol

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