NEET2016Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET 2016 Chemistry Hybridization MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
The pair of electrons in the given carbanion, CH₃C ≡ C⁻ is present in which of the following orbitals?
A
sp²
B
sp
C
2p
D
sp³
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
In the carbanion CH₃C ≡ C⁻, the lone pair is in an sp hybrid orbital due to the triple bond, which involves sp hybridization.
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