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Correct sequence of bond length is:...

Correct sequence of bond length is:

A

`HC -= CH gt H_2 C = CH_2 gt H_3 C - CH_3`

B

`H_2 C = CH_2 gt HC -= CH gt H_3 C - CH_3`

C

`H_3 C - CH_3 gt H_2 C = CH_2 gt HC -= CH`

D

`H_3 C - CH_3 gt HC -= HC gt H_2 C = CH_2`

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To determine the correct sequence of bond lengths among alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes, we need to consider the types of bonds present in each category and their respective hybridizations. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Types of Bonds**: - Alkanes (e.g., ethane, H3C-CH3) contain single bonds (sigma bonds). - Alkenes (e.g., ethylene, H2C=CH2) contain double bonds (one sigma bond and one pi bond). - Alkynes (e.g., acetylene, HC≡CH) contain triple bonds (one sigma bond and two pi bonds). 2. **Determine Hybridization**: - In alkanes, the carbon atoms are sp³ hybridized (four sigma bonds). - In alkenes, the carbon atoms are sp² hybridized (three sigma bonds and one pi bond). - In alkynes, the carbon atoms are sp hybridized (two sigma bonds and two pi bonds). 3. **Analyze S-Character**: - The s-character increases with the type of hybridization: - sp³ (alkane) = 25% s-character - sp² (alkene) = 33% s-character - sp (alkyne) = 50% s-character - Higher s-character means the electrons are closer to the nucleus, leading to shorter bond lengths. 4. **Compare Bond Strength and Length**: - As the s-character increases, the bond strength increases, and consequently, the bond length decreases. - Therefore, the order of bond lengths from longest to shortest is: - Alkanes (longest bond length) - Alkenes (intermediate bond length) - Alkynes (shortest bond length) 5. **Conclusion**: - The correct sequence of bond lengths is: **Alkane > Alkene > Alkyne**. ### Final Answer: The correct sequence of bond length is: **Alkane > Alkene > Alkyne**.
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