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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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How many atoms are attached to an atom having a sp hybridization?
Options
A 0
B 1
C 2
Correct Answer
D 3
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An sp hybridized carbon forms two sigma bonds, which means it is bonded directly to two atoms. It also forms two pi bonds (as in a triple bond) or two pi bonds to two different atoms (as in an allene).

Hint

How many sigma bonds does an sp hybridized atom form?

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