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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which of the following statements about the 
molecule is correct?
A
Four 
hybrid orbitals of equal energy and identical shape combine to form 
.
hybrid orbitals of equal energy and identical shape combine to form . B
Four 
hybrid orbitals of equal energy but different shapes combine to form 
.
hybrid orbitals of equal energy but different shapes combine to form . C
Pure 2 s and 2 p orbitals of C and H overlap directly to make 
.
. D
Four 
orbitals of different energies but similar shape take part in 
formation.
orbitals of different energies but similar shape take part in formation.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
forms via four equivalent 
hybrid obitals on C-same energy and shape (tetrahedral), giving identical 
bonds.
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