Chapter 9, Problem 26QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The difference between a hybrid orbital and a pure atomic orbital is to be explained. The formation of two hybridized orbitals from two p orbitals is to be checked.

Concept introduction: Hybridization is the combining of atomic orbitals to form hybrid orbitals.

When atomic orbitals combine, they form an equal number of hybrid orbitals.

The $\text{s}$ orbital combines with one, two, or three $\text{p}$

orbitals to form ${\text{sp, sp}}^{\text{2}},{\text{ and sp}}^{\text{3}}$

hybrid orbitals, respectively.