What is the hybridization of the nitrogen atom in NO+? A) sp B) sp² C) sp³ D) none

Name: What is the hybridization of the nitrogen atom in NO+? A) sp B) sp 2 C) sp 3 D) none
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The nitrogen atom in NO+ has a coordinate number of 3 which suggests sp2 hybridization. The molecule also has one electron less than NO (neutral), which means it has one less lone pair. Thus, we can conclude that the nitrogen in NO+ is sp³ hybridized.

What Is the Hybridization of the Nitrogen Atom in NO