Chapter 2.7, Problem 2P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Bonding in propane based on the orbital hybridization model is to be described.

Concept introduction:

Hybridization is the mixing of orbitals forming new hybrid orbitals to form the bonds between the atoms and decides the geometry or structure of the molecules.

Mixing of one $s$ orbitals with the three $p$ orbitals generates $s{p}^3$ hybridized orbitals.