How Many of the Following Molecules Have Sp² Hybridization on the Central

question 9

Multiple Choice

How many of the following molecules have sp² hybridization on the central atom? HCN SO₂ OCl₂ XeCl₂

• A) 4
• B) 3
• C) 2
• D) 1
• E) 0

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