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The Phase of Orbitals
Two p-orbitals forming a π-bond
If two parallel p-orbitals experience sideways overlap on adjacent atoms in a molecule, then a double or triple bond can develop. Although the π-bond is not as strong as the original σ-bond, its strength is added to the existing single bond.
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