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.
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D:
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.

