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How does the potential energy of a double bond (like oxygen-oxygen) compare to a weak interaction or single bond (like argon-oxygen)?

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Potential energy in a double bond is going to be higher than the potential energy of a single bond due to the force needed to break a double bond as opposed to a single. Single bond is weaker, which means less energy is needed to break it. Double bonds are stronger, requiring more energy to break the bond.

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