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Valence Bond Theory:

A discussion of valence bond theory is based on the knowledge of atomic

orbitals, electronic configuration of elements, overlap criteria of atomic

orbitals and principles of variation and superposition.

Orbital Overlap Concept of Covalent Bond: When two atoms approach

each other, partial merger of two bonding orbitals, known as overlapping

of the orbitals occurs.

Depending upon the type of overlapping, the covalent bonds may be

divided as sigma (H) bond and Pi (

p ) bond.

Sigma (H) bond: This type of covalent bond is formed by the end to end

(hand on) overlapping of bonding orbitals along the inter-nuclear axis.

The overlap is known as head on overlap or axial overlap. The sigma bond

is formed by any one of the following types of combinations of atomic

orbitals. Sigma (H) bond can be formed by

- s overlapping, s - p

overlapping,

p - p Overlapping etc.

Pi ( p ) Bond: This type of covalent bond is formed by the sidewise overlap

of the half- filled atomic orbitals of bonding atoms. Such an overlap is

known as sidewise or lateral overlap.

42. Hybridization:

In order to explain characteristic geometrical shapes of polyatomic

molecules concept of hybridization is used.

The process of intermixing of the orbitals of slightly different energies so

as to redistribute their energies resulting in the formation of new set of

orbitals of equivalent energies and shape.

43. Atomic orbitals used in different types of hybridization.

Shapes of

molecules/ions

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What is the theory of bonding in pure metals?

Pure metals form a metallic bond, in which each atom contributes its valance electron or electrons as the case may be, to the common electron cloud shared by all the atoms of that particular piece of metal.


Is chemical bond due to overlaping of atomic orbitals?

In valence bond theory this is how bonds are assumed to form. In MO theory thsi si not the case!.


What are the limitations of valence bond theory?

Valence bond theory has limitations as it provides a limited view of molecular bonding, especially when applied to complex molecules. It does not easily explain the molecular geometry and properties of molecules accurately as it assumes fixed bond angles and shapes. Additionally, it does not account for molecular orbitals and delocalized bonding in a comprehensive manner.


Why Molecular bond Theory is better than Valence bond theory?

Molecular orbital theory is more recent than Valence bond theory. Both theories have their adherents and recently VB theory has had a renaissance. They both have their strengths. Chemists use both and mix/match. Some very familiar concepts used every day by chemists spring originally from VB theory, electronegativity, hybridisation of atomic orbitals. MO theory has its advocates, an early triumph was the prediction of the paramagnetism of O2 whereas valence bond theory predicted O2 to be diamagnetic. One criticism of VB theory is that it starts from a description of bonds as localised pairs of electrons, whereas in MO all bonds are potentially delocalised.


Can an electon be completely taken away from another atom in a convalent bond?

No, the atoms in a covalent bond are shared between atoms and even when the sharing is not equal, polar covalent bonds, it is still sharing and not electron is pulled into another elements valance shell.

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What type of bond is it when one atom gains or loses a valance electron from a different atom?

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What makes up an atom and how do they bond?

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What is the theory of bonding in pure metals?

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How does a covalent bond compare to an ionic bond?

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What is covalent bond theory?

A covalent bond forms when the orbitals of two atoms overlap and a pair of electrons occupy the overlap region is called covalent bond theory


What is ionic bonding structure?

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When atoms share valence electrons to form a chemical bond what kind of bond is formed?

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What is the electrons involve in chemical bond?

The answer is Valance Electrons. Electrons are negatively charged particles which exist in atoms. See link for more detail.


Chemical bonds have what kind of electrons?

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Is chemical bond due to overlaping of atomic orbitals?

In valence bond theory this is how bonds are assumed to form. In MO theory thsi si not the case!.


Why does carbon form the basis fo so many different kinds of compounds?

Because it can bond so well with itself. Note that its valance is 4, and that carbon can single, double, triple, or quadruple bond to carbon.


What bond is in carbon monoxide called?

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