Hybridization definitions Flashcards

Mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals for bond formation and stability.

Regions in an atom where electrons are likely to be found, such as s and p orbitals.

Orbitals formed from the combination of atomic orbitals, resembling a p orbital with unequal lobes.

Regions of electron density around a central atom, influencing molecular shape and hybridization.

The spatial arrangement of electron groups around a central atom, determining molecular shape.

Molecular shape with two electron groups, associated with sp hybridization.

Molecular shape with three electron groups, associated with sp2 hybridization.

Molecular shape with four electron groups, associated with sp3 hybridization.

Molecular shape with five electron groups, associated with sp3d hybridization.

Molecular shape with six electron groups, associated with sp3d2 hybridization.

Atomic orbitals that remain unchanged during hybridization, such as remaining p or d orbitals.

Spherical atomic orbital involved in hybridization, contributing to hybrid orbitals.

Dumbbell-shaped atomic orbitals, three of which can participate in hybridization.

Complex-shaped atomic orbitals, five in total, some of which can be hybridized.