Which of the following statements about hybridization is true?

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Which of the following statements about hybridization is true?
  1. Hybrid orbitals are always degenerate.
  2. Hybridization involves mixing of atomic orbitals.
  3. Hybridization does not affect molecular geometry.
  4. Hybrid orbitals are used only in covalent bonding.

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Q: Which of the following statements about hybridization is true?
Solution: Hybridization involves the mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals that can form covalent bonds.
Steps: 4

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