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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is the bond angle in an sp³ hybridized carbon?
Options
A 180°
B 120°
C 109.5°
Correct Answer
D 90°
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

sp³ hybridized carbon has a tetrahedral geometry with bond angles of approximately 109.5° (e.g., methane, ethane).

Hint

Tetrahedral angle.

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