Orbital Hybridization
Watch atomic orbitals mix into hybrid orbitals. See how s and p orbitals form sp, sp², and sp³ hybrids.
Methane
CH₄
sp³Tetrahedral
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The Molecule
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About This Molecule
Methane (CH₄)
Hybridization: sp³ · Geometry: Tetrahedral · Bond angle: 109.5°
Central atom: C (Z=6)
Hybridization Reference
| Type | Geometry | Angle | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sp³ | Tetrahedral | 109.5° | CH₄ |
| sp² | Trigonal Planar | 120° | C₂H₄ |
| sp | Linear | 180° | CO₂ |
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The Molecule
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About This Molecule
Methane (CH₄)
Hybridization: sp³ · Geometry: Tetrahedral · Bond angle: 109.5°
Central atom: C (Z=6)
Hybridization Reference
| Type | Geometry | Angle | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sp³ | Tetrahedral | 109.5° | CH₄ |
| sp² | Trigonal Planar | 120° | C₂H₄ |
| sp | Linear | 180° | CO₂ |