sp-hybridization takes place by the mixing of which orbitals?
Correct answer: D. One 2s, one 2p
- A. One 1s, one 2p
- B. One 2s, three 2p
- C. One 2s, two 2p
- D. One 2s, one 2p
Explanation
sp hybridization is the mixing of one s orbital and one p orbital from the same valence shell of an atom. This process results in the formation of two equivalent sp hybrid orbitals.
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