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The number and type of bonds between two carbon atoms in calcium carbide are:

A) One sigma, one pi

B)   One sigma, two pi

C) Two sigma, one pi

D)   Two sigma, two pi

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

One sigma, two pi \[\operatorname{Calcium} carbide is Ca{{C}_{2}}\] Thus, it has one g and two n bonds.