pi Bonds

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andrea guzman 1F
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pi Bonds

Postby andrea guzman 1F » Mon Dec 04, 2023 11:30 pm

What is the significance of pi bonds not allowing bound atoms to rotate, what implications would this have on a molecule?

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Re: pi Bonds

Postby 705912349 Dis 1C » Mon Dec 04, 2023 11:33 pm

The inability of pi bonds to allow rotation has significant implications for a molecule's structure and behaviour. Most relevant, is that the inability to rotate freely contributes to the stability of resonance structures, influencing the molecule's electronic distribution and reactivity. Overall, such restriction in the rotation of pi bonds plays a key role in the molecule's stability, reactivity, and overall chemical properties.

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Re: pi Bonds

Postby Manav Patel 3L » Tue Dec 05, 2023 1:58 am

The inability of pi bonds to rotate plays a crucial role in determining the geometry, reactivity, stability, and functional properties of molecules, contributing significantly to their overall behavior in chemical reactions and biological processes.

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Re: pi Bonds

Postby 506047744 » Sun Dec 10, 2023 1:51 am

Bond rotation is more relevant to Organic chemistry, but it is important to know that pi bonds prevent rotation and provide a more stable structure.


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