Practice question
Question
The total number of sigma and pi bonds in C₅H₈ (1,3-pentadiene, CH₂=CH-CH=CH-CH₃ ) is:
Explanation
In CH₂=CH-CH=CH-CH₃ : 2 double bonds (2 sigma, 2 pi), 2 C-C sigma, 8 C-H sigma. Total = 12 sigma + 2 pi = 14 bonds.
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