CHEMISTRY

JAMB 2001 - Question 48

Chemistry 2001 JAMB Past Questions - Question 48: Which of the following represents hybridization in ethyne?

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Which of the following represents hybridization in ethyne?
A:
B:
C:
D:
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

In ethyne (C2H2), each carbon atom forms three sigma bonds, two with other carbon atoms and one with a hydrogen atom. The carbon-carbon triple bond consists of one sigma bond and two pi bonds. The carbon atoms in ethyne undergo sp hybridization.

So, the correct answer is sp hybridization.