All single bonds can be classified as _______.

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Single bonds are formed by a single sigma bond, which is a type of covalent bond where the electron density is concentrated along the axis connecting the two nuclei. Therefore, all single bonds can be classified as sigma bonds. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because the polarity or ionic character of a bond depends on the electronegativity difference between the two atoms forming the bond, which varies among different compounds. Choice E is also incorrect because pi bonds are formed by the side-by-side overlap of two p-orbitals, and are not present in single bonds which only involve s-orbitals or hybridized orbitals.

All Single Bonds Can Be Classified as _______