Which of the following hybridizations is associated with a bond angles on the central atoms of $109.5$ degrees?

s p

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s p^{2}

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s p^{3}

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d s p^{3}

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Solution

The correct option is C $s p^{3}$
When $s p^{3}$ orbitals are formed, they arrange themselves so that they are as far apart as possible. That is a tetrahedral arrangement, with an angle of ${109.5}^{0}$ .
Hence, option C is correct.

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