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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

What are the characteristic bond angle and geometry of an sp3 hybridized central atom?
Options
A 109.5° and tetrahedral
Correct Answer
B 120° and trigonal planar
C 180° and linear geometry
D 90° and octahedral geometry
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An sp3 hybrid orbital possesses a bond angle of 109.5° and a tetrahedral geometry.

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