In O2 each oxygen atom is hybridized_________________?
Correct answer: B. sp2
- A. sp3
- B. sp2
- C. sp
- D. All
Explanation
In O2, each oxygen is commonly described as sp2 hybridized: two sp2 orbitals form sigma bonds or hold lone pairs, while an unhybridized p orbital participates in pi bonding. This arrangement supports the double-bond description of O2. Students may choose a by counting the two lone pairs and assuming four electron domains require sp3 hybridization.
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