Question

Mention a simple way to find hybridization.

Answer 1

Hybridization:

• Hybridization is the process of intermixing two atomic orbitals of nearly the same energy levels to form the same set of hybridized orbitals of same energy levels.

A simple way of finding the hybridization is:

• First, observe the atom
• Then, count the number of atoms connected ( Do not count the bonds)
• Count the number of lone pairs attached.
• Add the number of atoms and lone pairs.
  If the sum is 4, then the atom is sp³.
  If the sum is 3, then the atom is sp².
  If the sum is 2, then the atom is sp.