College Chemistry : Molecular Geometries and VSEPR Theory

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for College Chemistry

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Example Questions

Example Question #11 : Molecular Geometries And Vsepr Theory

What is the hybridization of a  molecule?  

Possible Answers:

sp2

sp3d2

sp4

sp

sp3d

Correct answer:

sp3d

Explanation:

The correct hybridization of a  is  (trigonal bipyramidal). By drawing a Lewis diagram for a  molecule, we find 5 electron groups. Therefore,   

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