on sp3 hybridization ________________?
Correct answer: B. One s and 3 p-orbitals are involved
- A. All p-orbitals are involved
- B. One s and 3 p-orbitals are involved
- C. one p-orbital is involved
- D. four p-orbitals are involved
Explanation
In sp3 hybridization, one s orbital mixes with three p orbitals of the same shell to form four equivalent sp3 hybrid orbitals. Therefore, one s and three p orbitals are involved. A common mistake is choosing a because all three p orbitals are involved, while forgetting the s orbital.
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