A carbon-carbon double bond is a type of covalent bond where two carbon atoms share two pairs of electrons, leading to a stronger and shorter bond than a single bond. This bond is fundamental in organic chemistry, enabling the formation of alkenes and contributing to the diversity of organic compounds.

Carbon-carbon Double Bond

carbon-carbon double bond

A covalent bond is a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms, allowing them to attain a stable electron configuration similar to noble gases. This type of bond is characterized by the mutual attraction of the shared electrons to the positively charged nuclei of both bonded atoms, resulting in the formation of molecules with specific shapes and properties.

covalent bond

carbon atoms

pairs of electrons

stronger and shorter bond

A single bond is a chemical bond formed by the sharing of one pair of valence electrons between two atoms, resulting in a sigma bond. It is the simplest and most common type of covalent bond, providing structural stability to molecules while allowing for rotational freedom around the bond axis.

single bond

Organic chemistry is the branch of chemistry that studies the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and synthesis of carbon-containing compounds, which include not only hydrocarbons but also compounds with a range of other elements. It is fundamental to understanding biological processes and is pivotal in the development of pharmaceuticals, plastics, fuels, and numerous other chemical products.

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