What is the ratio of σ and pi bonds in pyrophosphoric acid ?
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In polyatomic structures, count sigma and pi bonds systematically by identifying single and double bonds.
Solution and Explanation
The structure of pyrophosphoric acid (H4P2O7) consists of an O=P-O-P=O backbone with terminal hydroxyl groups (OH).
Step 1: Counting Sigma (\( \sigma \)) Bonds:
- Each single bond (P-O and O-H) is a sigma bond.
- Each double bond (P=O) contains 1 sigma bond.
Total sigma bonds: 12 (8 single P-O and O-H bonds + 4 sigma components from P=O bonds).
Step 2: Counting Pi (\( \pi \)) Bonds:
- Each double bond (P=O) contains 1 pi bond.
Total pi bonds: 2 (from P=O bonds).
Step 3: Ratio of Sigma to Pi Bonds:
\[ \frac{\sigma}{\pi} = \frac{12}{2} = 6 \]
Conclusion:
The ratio of sigma to pi bonds in pyrophosphoric acid is 6:1.
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