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Compound in which carbons use only sp3 hybrid orbitals for bond formation is

Correct answer: A. CH3CH2CH3

  • A. CH3CH2CH3
  • B. CH3C≡CH
  • C. CH3CH=CH2
  • D. CH2=CH-CH=CH

Explanation

In option A all Carbon are linked together by sp3 hybrization hence that option is correct.

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