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Question
Which of the following elements can be involved in pπ – dπ bonding?
Options
Carbon
Nitrogen
Phosphorus
Boron
Solution
Phosphorus
Explanation:
Because of the lack of d-orbitals in its valence shell, nitrogen, carbon, and boron cannot form pπ – dπ. However, phosphorus can form pπ + dπ bonds.
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