Question Detail
Question
Which of the following pairs is incorrect in hybridization and bond angle?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
sp³d hybridization is associated with trigonal bipyramidal geometry, which has bond angles of 90°, 120°, and 180°. While 90° is present, stating the bond angle as solely 90° is incorrect as it doesn't fully describe the geometry. The option pair is incomplete, making it incorrect. The notes likely meant sp³d is not exclusively 90°.
Hint
sp³d hybridization leads to a trigonal bipyramidal shape, which has more than one bond angle.