AIPMT PRELIMS2009Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIPMT PRELIMS 2009 Chemistry Hybridization MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

The state of hybridization of C₂, C₃, C₅ and C₆ of the hydrocarbon,

Question diagram
A

sp³, sp², sp² and sp

B

sp, sp², sp² and sp³

C

sp, sp², sp³ and sp²

D

sp, sp³, sp² and sp³

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The hybridization states are determined by the types of bonds each carbon forms. C₂ and C₆ are sp hybridized due to triple bonds, C₃ is sp² due to a double bond, and C₅ is sp³ due to single bonds.

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