What is the geometry of a molecule with sp hybridization?

Practice Questions

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What is the geometry of a molecule with sp hybridization?
  1. Linear
  2. Trigonal planar
  3. Tetrahedral
  4. Bent

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the geometry of a molecule with sp hybridization?
  • Step 1: Understand what hybridization means. Hybridization is the mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals.
  • Step 2: Identify sp hybridization. This occurs when one s orbital and one p orbital mix together.
  • Step 3: Determine the number of hybrid orbitals formed. In sp hybridization, two hybrid orbitals are created.
  • Step 4: Know the arrangement of these hybrid orbitals. The two sp hybrid orbitals are arranged in a straight line.
  • Step 5: Measure the angle between the hybrid orbitals. The angle is 180 degrees.
  • Step 6: Conclude the geometry. Since the hybrid orbitals are arranged at 180 degrees, the geometry of the molecule is linear.
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