Question:

Which of the following molecules has two sigma (\(\sigma\)) and two pi (\(\pi\)) bonds?

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Draw the structures and count bonds: a single bond is one sigma, a double bond is sigma + pi, and a triple bond is sigma + 2 pi.
Updated On: Nov 11, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{C_2H_4}\)
  • \(\mathrm{N_2F_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{C_2H_2Cl_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{HCN}\)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

HCN: H-C\(\equiv\)N has one C-H single bond (1 sigma) and one C\(\equiv\)N triple bond (1 sigma + 2 pi), so 2 sigma and 2 pi.
For the others: C2H4 has 5 sigma and 1 pi; N2F2 (F-N=N-F) has 3 sigma and 1 pi; C2H2Cl2 (e.g. ClHC=CHCl) has 5 sigma and 1 pi.
Only HCN matches.
Answer: (4) \(\mathrm{HCN}\)
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