Question

Match the compounds in list I with the hybridisation of their carbon atoms in list II.

Answer 1

(A) The hybridisation of carbon atom in $C{O}_3^{2-}$ is $s{p}^2$. It is trigonal planar.

(B) The hybridisation of carbon atom in $HCN$ is $sp$. It is planar.

(C) The hybridisation of carbon atom in diamond is $s{p}^3$.

(D) The hybridisation of carbon atom in graphite is $s{p}^2$.