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Hybridization
12. Molecular Shapes & Valence Bond Theory / Hybridization / Problem 5

The following diagram is a representation of the formation of hybrid orbitals by a carbon atom from its 2s and 2p orbitals. The formation of which type of hybrid orbitals is represented by this diagram?

Diagram showing hybridization of carbon's 2s and 2p orbitals into sp, sp2, or sp3 orbitals.

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