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Double bond
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a type of chemical bond between two atoms involving the sharing of two pairs of electrons, resulting in a stronger and more stable connection than a single bond
Examples
Ethylene ( C₂H₄ ) contains a double bond between two carbon atoms, allowing it to participate in polymerization reactions.
Unsaturated fats have double bonds between carbon atoms in their hydrocarbon chains, contributing to their liquid state at room temperature.
