What Type of Orbitals Overlap to Provide Stability to the Tert-Butyl

question 38

Multiple Choice

What type of orbitals overlap to provide stability to the tert-butyl radical by hyperconjugation?

• A) 3\(\degree\) C 2p atomic orbital + 3\(\degree\) C sp² atomic orbital
• B) 3\(\degree\) C 2p atomic orbital + methyl C-H s molecular orbital
• C) 3\(\degree\) C sp² atomic orbital + methyl C-H s molecular orbital
• D) 3\(\degree\) C 2p atomic orbital + methyl C 2s atomic orbital

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Definitions:

Phosphorus

A chemical element (P) that is essential for the formation of DNA, RNA, and ATP, playing a critical role in energy storage and transfer within cells.

Nitrification

A microbial process by which ammonia is converted into nitrate, an important step in the nitrogen cycle.

Ammonium

A positively charged ion (NH4+) formed by the addition of a hydrogen ion to ammonia (NH3).

Nitrates

Salts or esters of nitric acid, containing the NO3- ion, commonly used in fertilizers.