Chapter 1.SE, Problem 37AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The shape of benzene and the hybridization expected for each carbon in it is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Carbon uses hybridized orbitals for forming bonds with other atoms. A carbon in sp³ hybridized state can form four single bonds. A carbon in sp² hybridized state can form a double bond and two single bonds. A carbon in sp hybridized state can form a triple bond and a single bond or two double bonds with its neighboring atoms.