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CHM 101 Hybridization and Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

What are the characteristics of hybrid orbitals?
Options
A Different shapes, sizes, and energies
B Same shape, size, and energy; they are equivalent to each other
Correct Answer
C Random orientation
D No definite geometry
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The hybrid orbitals have same shape, size and energy, i.e., they are equivalent to each other.

Hint

The notes state that hybrid orbitals are equivalent.

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