What is the hybridization around the indicated oxygen atom in the following anion? A)sp³ B)sp² C)sp

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The indicated oxygen atom is attached to one single bond and one lone pair electron. This means that it has two electron domains, which suggests sp hybridization. However, it is also located in a negatively charged anion, which suggests some degree of p-character in the hybridization. The closest option that fits this description is sp², with sp hybridization and 25% p-character.

What Is the Hybridization Around the Indicated Oxygen Atom in the Following