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CHM 101 Hybridization and Chemical Bonding Objective Question
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What is the hybridization of the carbon atom in methyl radical?
Options
A sp hybridized
B sp² hybridized
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C sp³ hybridized
D Not hybridized
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The carbon atom in methyl radical is also sp² hybridised. The unpaired electron is in the p orbital.

Hint

The notes specify this hybridization.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Hybridization and Chemical Bonding
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 630 of 1872
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