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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