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CHM 102 Electronic Theory in Organic Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is the bond angle in an sp² hybridized carbon?
Options
A 180°
B 120°
Correct Answer
C 109.5°
D 90°
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

sp² hybridized carbon has trigonal planar geometry with bond angles of approximately 120° (e.g., alkenes, aldehydes).

Hint

Trigonal planar angle.

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