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CH3 - CH2 - C≡CH The hybridization in the compound above is

Chemistry
JAMB 2006

CH3 - CH2 - CCH
The hybridization in the compound above is

  • A. Sp2
  • B. sp
  • C. sp3 and sp2
  • D. sp3 and sp
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation

In the molecule CH3-CH2-C≡CH, the hybridization of the carbon atoms are: sp3 for the first carbon (CH3), sp3 for the second carbon (CH2), sp for the third carbon (C≡C), and sp for the fourth carbon (C≡CH). 

  • sp3 hybridization: The first and second carbon atoms are each bonded to four other atoms (three hydrogen atoms and one carbon atom), so they are sp3 hybridized. 

  • sp hybridization: The third and fourth carbon atoms are involved in a triple bond, which requires the use of sp hybrid orbitals to form the strong sigma bond and two pi bonds. 

Key points to remember:

  • A carbon atom with single bonds to four other atoms is sp3 hybridized. 
  • A carbon atom with one double bond and two single bonds is sp2 hybridized. 
  • A carbon atom with a triple bond and one single bond is sp hybridized. 

There is an explanation video available below.


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