Question

Which of the following statements is correct for the molecule $C_3{H}_4$?

• A. The central carbon atom is $sp$ hybridized
• B. The terminal carbon atoms are $s{p}^2$ hybridized
• C. The planes containing the $C{H}_2$ groups are mutually perpendicular to permit the formation of two separate $\pi$ bonds
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

The correct option is D All are correct

The central carbon atom is $sp$ hybridised. It is bonded to the terminal carbon atoms via double bonds.
$\pi$ bonds are formed by the lateral overlapping of $p_y$ and $p_x$ orbitals of the central atom with the $p$ orbitals of the respective terminal carbon atoms. So, the two $\pi$ bonds are mutually perpendicular.