Why can pi bonds rotate? Organic Chemistry Lewis Structures and Bonding Covalent Bonds 1 Answer P dilip_k May 27, 2016 Rotation about #pi# bond is restricted as it is formed by lateral or parallel overlap of p-orbitals. Explanation: Answer link Related questions How can I raw dots-and-crosses diagrams (showing outer electrons only) for ammonia, #NH_3#? The noble gas xenon forms several compounds (usually involving oxygen or fluorine), but neon,... How do covalent bonds hold two atoms together? How are ionic and covalent bonds different? Are covalent bonds insoluble in water? How do covalent bonds affect physical properties? How does a covalent bond affect the stability of atoms? Why are covalent bonds less dense? How do atoms achieve stability in single covalent bonds? Why do single covalent bonds form? See all questions in Covalent Bonds Impact of this question 1797 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License