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CHM 102 General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers Objective Question
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What is the hybridization of the carbon atoms in the ring of an epoxide?
Options
A sp
B sp2
C sp3
Correct Answer
D sp3d
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In an epoxide (three-membered cyclic ether), the carbon atoms are sp3 hybridized, but the bond angles are approximately 60°, causing significant ring strain.

Hint

60° angles in a three-membered ring.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 454 of 1999
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