Select the hybridized atomic orbital.
A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV

Question

Select the hybridized atomic orbital. 
A)I 
B)II 
C)III 
D)IV

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The hybridization of an atom is determined based on its electron configuration and the number of electron domains (i.e. lone pairs or bonds) around the atom. In this case, the central atom has four electron groups around it, indicating sp3 hybridization. Therefore, the best choice(s) would be one that shows an sp3 hybrid orbital, which can be found in option III. Option I shows an sp2 hybrid orbital, option II shows an sp hybrid orbital, and options IV and V do not show any hybrid orbitals.

Select the Hybridized Atomic Orbital