Chapter 8.3, Problem 23LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Hybridization is to be defined.

Concept interpretation:

In the hybridization process, atomic orbitals with similar energies are mixed; this typically involves the fusion of two $\text{s}$ orbitals, two $\text{p}$ orbitals, or the mixing of $\text{s}$ orbital with $\text{p}$ orbital or $\text{d}$ orbital. The unique orbitals that emerge from this process are hybrid orbitals.

Hybridization helps to know the shape of the molecule, and the bond angle between molecules which helps to describe different properties of the molecule.

Hybridization helps to know the geometry of molecules i.e $\text{s-p}$ hybridized molecules are linear

In shape and orbital forms bond angle of $\text{180}$ degree, similarly, ${\text{SP}}_{\text{2}}$ hybridized molecules are

The triangular planner in shape has a bond angle $\text{120}$ degree between the orbitals etc.

  

1. Hybridization determines the geometry of the molecule.
2. Hybridization gives information about the bond angle.

Answer to Problem 23LC

Hybridization helps to know the shape of the molecule, and the bond angle between molecules which helps to describe different properties of the molecule.

Explanation of Solution

Hybridization helps to know the geometry of molecules i.e $\text{s-p}$ hybridized molecules are linear

In shape and orbital forms bond angle of $\text{180}$ degree, similarly, ${\text{SP}}_{\text{2}}$ hybridized molecules are

The triangular planner in shape has a bond angle $\text{120}$ degree between the orbitals etc.

  

Conclusion

1. Hybridization determines the geometry of the molecule.
2. Hybridization gives information about the bond angle.