Question

question 7 (1 point)
what is the shape of an alkyne molecule?

a) bent
b) linear
c) tetrahedral
d) trigonal planar
e) none of the above

Explanation:

Alkynes have a triple bond (\(C\equiv C\)). The carbon atoms involved in the triple bond are \(sp\) hybridized. \(sp\) - hybridized carbon atoms have a linear geometry. For example, in acetylene (\(HC\equiv CH\)), the \(H - C - C - H\) atoms are in a straight line.

Answer:

B. linear