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Published on: August 12, 2026
The hybridisation of 
is
A
sp
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
As 
is a positive charged species, the central atom, I contains six electrons, out of
which two electrons will be involved in forming 
-bonds with two Cl atoms and there will two lone pairs. So, I has two bonding electron pairs and two lone pairs. Hence, the hybridization of 
is 
.
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