Practice mode Chemistry of Hydrocarbons

Which statement correctly describes the shape of an ethene molecule?

Correct answer B. Planar, with bond angles of about 120°

Explanation

Each carbon in ethene is sp² hybridised and forms three σ bonds in a plane. All six atoms lie in one plane with bond angles close to 120°, and the π bond lies above and below this plane.

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