Sp hybrid orbitals are formed by the mixing of:
Correct answer: C. One s and one p
- A. One s and two p
- B. One s and three p
- C. One s and one p
- D. Two s and two p
Explanation
In sp hybridization, one s orbital and one p orbital hybridize to form two sp orbitals, each possessing 50% s character and 50% p character. This type of hybridization is typical in linear molecular geometries, where the central atom is bonded to two other atoms. Option A describes sp2 hybridization, Option B describes sp3 hybridization, and Option D is not a valid hybridization scheme.
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