Question

Define the term ' Hybridization'! Using the concept of hybridization explain the shapes of CH4 and PCI5 molecules​

Answer 1

Answer:

Hybridization is the idea that atomic orbitals fuse to form newly hybridized orbitals, which in turn, influences molecular geometry and bonding properties.

When we talk about CH4 it is basically a combination of 1 carbon and 4 hydrogen atoms. ... This is because one 2s orbital and three 2p orbitals in the valence shell of carbon combine to form four sp3 hybrid orbitals which are of equal energy and shape.