Question

Which of the following cannot exhibit $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization?
(a) $C$
(b) $P$
(c) $Cl$
(d) $B$

• A. a, c
• B. a, d
• C. b, c
• D. b, d

Answer 1

The correct option is B a, d

$s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization can only be exhibited by those atoms that have $d$ orbitals and we know that the second period elements do not have $d$ orbitals, So these elements cannot exhibit $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization. So from the given options $C$ and $B$ belong to the second period, so neither of them can exhibit $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridization.

Thus, option (b) is the correct answer.