Question

The atomic structure of the alkane series contains the hybrid orbitals which is designated as :

• A. sp
• B. $s{p}^2$
• C. $s{p}^3$
• D. $s{p}^3{d}^2$
• E. $s{p}^4{d}^3$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $s{p}^3$

The atomic structure of the alkane series contains the hybrid orbitals which is designated as $s{p}^3$.
The C atom has 4 bond pairs of electrons and zero lone pair of electrons. It corresponds to $s{p}^3$ hybridisation.