Question

identify the number of electron groups around a molecule with sp² hybridization. 2 5 1 4 3

Explanation:

Step1: Recall hybridization formula

The formula for hybridization is \( \text{Hybridization} = \text{s + p + d (if used)} \). For \( \text{sp}^2 \), it's \( 1\ (\text{s})+ 2\ (\text{p})=3 \) orbitals.

Step2: Relate to electron groups

The number of hybrid orbitals is equal to the number of electron groups around the central atom.

Answer:

3