Species in which the central atom uses sp hybride orbital in its bonding is:
Correct answer: D. C2H2
- A. PH3
- B. NH3
- C. SbH3
- D. C2H2
Explanation
Each carbon in C₂H₂ is sp hybridized, it forms two sigma bonds (one with H, one with C) and uses two unhybridized p orbitals for the π bonds in the triple bond.
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