Chapter 12, Problem 12.15E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The geometry of the carbon-carbon double bond and the two atoms attached to each of the double-bonded carbon atoms are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Hybridization is the process by which atomic orbitals of different energies are intermixed to form new set or orbitals possessing the same energy. After hybridization, the orbitals combine with orbitals of other atoms to form chemical bonds.