Among the following, the overlap that provides the strongest bond and hence more stability is

s-s

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sp³-sp³

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p-p

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s-p

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Solution

The correct option is B
sp³-sp³

The hybrid orbitals are more effective in forming stable bonds than the pure atomic orbitals.

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s p^{3}

Most efficient overlapping is

(a) $s p^{2}$ − $s p^{2}$

(b) $s p^{3}$ − $s p^{3}$

(c)s−s

(d)sp−sp

Explain

{s p}^{3} - {s p}^{3}

s p^{3}

s

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