Multiple choice

Which of the following bonds is regarded as the extension of double bonds and triple bonds?

  1. Sigma bonds

  2. Pi bonds

  3. Delta bonds

  4. Quadruple bond

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D Correct answer
Explanation

A quadruple bond is a type of chemical bond between two atoms involving eight electrons. This bond is an extension of the more familiar type double bonds and triple bonds. Stable quadruple bonds are most common among the middle members transition metal elements such rhenium, tungsten, molybdenum and chromium.