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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

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Which of the following compounds displays sp hybridization at its central coordinating atom?
Options
A Beryllium chloride (BeCl2)
Correct Answer
B Boron trichloride (BCl3)
C Ammonia (NH3)
D Methane (CH4)
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

BeCl2 and ethyne (C2H2) are classic examples of sp hybridization featuring a linear geometry and 180° bond angle.

Hint

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