Linear shaped hybrid orbital is:
Correct answer: A. Sp
- A. Sp
- B. Sp2
- C. Sp3
- D. Dsp
Explanation
Linear-shaped hybrid orbitals are formed by the combination of one s orbital and one p orbital. The resulting hybrid orbital is called an sp orbital. The angle between the two orbitals is 180°. Examples of molecules that contain sp hybrid orbitals include acetylene (C2H2) and carbon monoxide (CO).
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