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12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory / Hybridization / Problem 1

A molecular model of uric acid is shown in the illustration below. Draw the complete electron-dot structure of uric acid including the lone pairs and multiple bonds, Provide the hybridization of each carbon atom. (gray = C, white = H, red = O, and blue = N)

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Each of the carbon atoms are sp³ hybridized.

B

Each of the carbon atoms with a double bond is sp² hybridized and each of the carbon atoms with a single bond are sp³ hybridized.

C

Each of the carbon atoms are sp² hybridized.

D

Each of the carbon atoms with a double bond is sp³ hybridized and each of the carbon atoms with a single bond are sp² hybridized.

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