Question

What is the difference between $ds{p}^3$ and $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization?

Answer 1

$ds{p}^3$ hybridization

• In $ds{p}^3$ hybridization, the d-orbital of inner $(n-1)th$ shell take part in hybridization.
• Generally, $ds{p}^3$ hybridization takes place in the presence of strong ligands.
• The complex formed by $ds{p}^3$ hybridization is known as the inner orbital complex.

$s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization:

• In $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization, the d orbital of the $nth$ shell takes part in hybridization.​
• Generally, $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization takes place in the presence of weak ligands.
• The complex formed by $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization is known as the outer orbital complex.