Which of the following statements is $NOT$ correct?

  • A
    The $\sigma$ bond determines the direction between carbon atoms,while the $\pi$ bond has no primary effect in this context.
  • B
    The $\sigma$ bond is stronger than the $\pi$ bond.
  • C
    The bond energies of $\sigma$ and $\pi$ bonds are of the order of $264 \, kJ/mol$ and $347 \, kJ/mol$ respectively.
  • D
    Free rotation of atoms around a $\sigma$ bond is possible,but this is not possible in the case of a $\pi$ bond.

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How many $\sigma$ and $\pi$ bonds are present in each of the following molecules?
$(a)$ $HC \equiv C-CH=CH-CH_3$
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