Asked in NUMS 2021 2021Moderate

Which contains sp2 hybridization?

Correct answer: D. None of these options are correct

  • A. Methane
  • B. Ethane
  • C. Alkyne
  • D. None of these options are correct

Explanation

The hybridization of methane molecules occurs by mixing one orbital with three p orbitals. In ethane (CH3CH3), both carbons are sp3-hybridised. Alkynes undergo sp hybridization.

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