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STANDARD Chemistry Hybridisation and Electronegativity MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Electronegativity of carbon atoms depends upon their state of hybridisation. In which of the following compounds, the carbon marked with asterisk is most electronegative?
A
CH₃-CH₂-CH₂-CH₃
B
CH₃-CH=CH-CH₃
C
CH₃-C≡C-CH₃
D
CH₃-CH₂-CH=CH₂
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The carbon atom in a triple bond (sp hybridized) is more electronegative than in a double bond (sp² hybridized) or a single bond (sp³ hybridized). Therefore, the carbon in CH₃-C≡C-CH₃ is the most electronegative.
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