Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does sp3 hybridization involve?
π‘ Hint: Think about how many hybrid orbitals are formed.
Question 2
Easy
What is the ideal bond angle for a tetrahedral geometry?
π‘ Hint: Consider the shape of a tetrahedron.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What molecular geometry does sp3 hybridized carbon exhibit in methane?
- Linear
- Trigonal Planar
- Tetrahedral
π‘ Hint: Think about the three-dimensional arrangement.
Question 2
True or False: Ammonia (NH3) has a bond angle of 109.5Β°.
- True
- False
π‘ Hint: Consider the presence of lone pairs and how they affect angles.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Calculate the resulting bond angles for a molecule with a formula CH2Cl2. Identify its hybridization and explain how lone pairs might affect bond angles.
π‘ Hint: Consider the number of different types of atoms bonded to the central carbon atom.
Question 2
Explain why the bond angle in water is less than that in ammonia and provide a structural formula for both, labeling all parts.
π‘ Hint: Draw both structures clearly, paying attention to lone pairs.
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