What Is the Hybridization of the Central Atom in a Molecule

question 40

Multiple Choice

What is the hybridization of the central atom in a molecule with a trigonal-planar molecular geometry?

• A) sp
• B) sp²
• C) sp³
• D) sp⁴
• E) none

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Definitions:

C-C

Refers to the covalent bond between two carbon atoms in organic chemistry.

σ Bond

The strongest type of covalent chemical bond formed by the head-on overlapping of atomic orbitals.

Allene

Organic compounds characterized by a cumulated diene system with two carbon-carbon double bonds.

Correct Hybridization

The mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals, explaining the geometry of molecular bonding.