Chapter 9.4, Problem 6PE

(a)

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Interpretation: The molecule in which the central atom has ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals is to be identified.

Concept introduction: The ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals are present for the central atom that has steric number four.

To determine: If carbon in carbon tetra chloride has ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals.

(b)

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To determine: If carbon in hydrogen cyanide has ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals.

(c)

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To determine: If sulphur in sulphur dioxide has ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals.

(d)

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To determine: If phosphorous in phosphine has ${\text{sp}}^{\text{3}}$ hybrid orbitals.