Question

Predict the state of hybridization of carbon atom carrying halogen atom in the following compound C6H5Br.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Carbon can have an sp hybridization when it is bound to two other atoms with the help of two double bonds or one single and one triple bond. When the hybridization occurs the molecules have a linear arrangement of the atoms with a bond angle of 180°. Example: Hybridization of CO2. 2.