NEET2013Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET 2013 Chemistry Hybridization MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
What is the hybridisation state of benzyl carbocation ion?

A
sp²
B
sp²d
C
sp³d
D
sp³
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The benzyl carbocation has a planar structure with sp² hybridization due to the presence of a vacant p-orbital.
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