In alkanes, each carbon has hybridization:
Correct answer: A. sp3
- A. sp3
- B. sp
- C. sp2
- D. dsp
Explanation
The carbon atoms in alkanes are sp3 hybridized, and have tetrahedral shapes, with the bonded atoms at angles of 109.5° to each other. Free rotation is possible around the carbon-carbon single bonds in alkanes, making the carbon chains very flexible and "floppy" - particularly for the larger molecules.
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