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3.7.2 sp² Hybridization
sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape. Key Features · Three sp² hybrid orbitals are formed. · They are arranged in a trigonal planar geometry at 120°. · Each has 33.33% s-character and 66.67% p-ch
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3.7.2 sp² Hybridization
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sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape. ### Key Features - Three sp² hybrid orbitals are formed. - They are arranged in a trigonal planar geometry at 120°. - Each has 33.33% s-character and **66.67% p-ch
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sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape. ### Key Features - Three sp² hybrid orbitals are formed. - They are arranged in a trigonal planar geometry at 120°. - Each has 33.33% s-character and **66.67% p-ch
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- sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape.
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- sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape.
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sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape.
sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape. ### Key Features - **Three sp² hybrid o
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- sp² hybridization is the mixing of one s and two p orbitals to form three sp² hybrid orbitals of equal energy and shape. ### Key Features - **Three sp² hybrid o
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- Do not write about 3.7.2 sp² Hybridization without a clear definition.
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