Chapter 9, Problem 59SCQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The maximum and minimum number of hybrid orbitals that a carbon atom can be formed has to be identified and explained.

Concept Introduction:

Hybridization:

• It is the mixing of valence atomic orbitals to get equivalent hybridized orbitals that having similar characteristics and energy.
• Geometry of a molecule can be predicted by knowing its hybridization.
• ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals is produced by hybridization of single s-orbital and three p-orbital.
• ${\text{sp}}^2$ hybrid orbitals is produced by hybridization between one s-orbital and two p-orbitals.
• $\text{sp }$ hybrid orbitals is produced by hybridization of single s-orbital and single p-orbital.