When the hybridization state of carbon atom changes from s p 3 to s p 2 and finally to s p , the angle between the hybridized orbitals: Options: A . &nbspDecreases gradually B . &nbspDecreases considerably C . &nbspNot effected D . &nbspIncreases progressively

When the hybridization state of carbon atom changes from sp3 to sp2 and finally

Question - When the hybridization state of carbon atom changes from

s p^{3}

s p^{2}

and finally to

s p

, the angle between the hybridized orbitals:

Options:

A . Decreases gradually

B . Decreases considerably

C . Not effected

D . Increases progressively

Answer: Option D
:
D
From 109.28 to 120 to 180 degrees.

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