Predict the hybridization about the central atom in the given structure. X-V-X hybridization:

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**Predict the hybridization about the central atom in the given structure:**

![Bonding Structure]

- The diagram shows an atom "Y" which is the central atom with a lone pair of electrons (represented by two dots) and single bonds to two atoms labeled "X".

**Hybridization:**

[__________________] 

**Explanation of Diagram:**
- The central atom (Y) has one lone pair and forms two sigma bonds with two other atoms labeled X. 
- The structure indicates that the central atom is surrounded by three regions of electron density (two bonding pairs and one lone pair). 

Based on the VSEPR theory (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion), you can predict the hybridization state of the central atom.
Transcribed Image Text:**Predict the hybridization about the central atom in the given structure:** ![Bonding Structure] - The diagram shows an atom "Y" which is the central atom with a lone pair of electrons (represented by two dots) and single bonds to two atoms labeled "X". **Hybridization:** [__________________] **Explanation of Diagram:** - The central atom (Y) has one lone pair and forms two sigma bonds with two other atoms labeled X. - The structure indicates that the central atom is surrounded by three regions of electron density (two bonding pairs and one lone pair). Based on the VSEPR theory (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion), you can predict the hybridization state of the central atom.
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