Question

In 2sp hybridization, 2s-orbital can be mixed with

• A. Only $2p_x$
• B. Only $2p_y$
• C. Only $2p_z$
• D. Any one of $2p_x,2p_y$ and $2p_z$

Answer 1

The correct option is D Any one of $2p_x,2p_y$ and $2p_z$

$S$ orbital is spherically symmetric and hence can be mixed with $p$ orbital from any axis

So, answer should be $d$