Orbital Hybridization | MCQs

Explanation

The n + l rule helps determine the energy of orbitals, where n = principal quantum number and l = azimuthal quantum number.

For 3p orbital, n = 3 and l = 1, so n + l = 4, matching the given condition.

Explanation

sp hybridization: When one s orbital and one p orbital mix, they form two sp hybrid orbitals.

These hybrid orbitals are oriented linearly (180 degrees apart) from each other.

This linear geometry is characteristic of molecules with only two electron groups around a central atom.

Examples include acetylene (C2H2) and carbon monoxide (CO).