Question

question 6
1 pts
a central atom that is $sp^2$ hybridized could bind up to how many other atoms?
three
one
two
six

Explanation:

Step1: Recall \( sp^2 \) hybridization

In \( sp^2 \) hybridization, one \( s \) orbital and two \( p \) orbitals hybridize to form three equivalent \( sp^2 \) hybrid orbitals.

Step2: Determine bonding capacity

Each \( sp^2 \) hybrid orbital can form a sigma bond with another atom. Since there are three \( sp^2 \) hybrid orbitals, the central atom can bind up to three other atoms.

Answer:

A. three