Chapter 11, Problem 11.53P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hybridization of sulphur in ${\text{SO}}_2$, ${\text{SO}}_3$, ${\text{SO}}_3{}^{2-}$, ${\text{SCl}}_4$, ${\text{SCl}}_6$ and ${\text{S}}_2{\text{Cl}}_2$ is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Hybridization is the process of intermixing of atomic orbital of slightly different energies to form hybrid orbital that have similar energy. These orbital have lower energy and more stability than the atomic orbital.