triple bond

American

noun

Chemistry.

a chemical linkage consisting of three covalent bonds between two atoms of a molecule, represented in chemical formulas by three lines or six dots, as CH≡CH or CH⋮⋮CH.

triple bond British

noun

a type of chemical bond consisting of three distinct covalent bonds linking two atoms in a molecule

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Two carbon atoms joined by a triple bond are bound together by one σ bond and two π bonds.

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Explain why the triple bond is not three times as strong as a single bond.

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A triple bond consists of one σ bond and two π bonds.

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Atmospheric nitrogen consists of N2 molecules, which are very unreactive due to the strong nitrogen-nitrogen triple bond.

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Thus, holding the minds of men enchained in this triple bond, it has extended its sway over many nations, and the Kings of Kings obey it in the East.

From Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race by Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William)

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