Know If Carbon is SP3 or SP2 Carbon

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Determining whether a carbon atom is sp2 or sp3 hybridized is based on its molecular geometry. A carbon atom is classified as sp2 hybridized if it exhibits a trigonal planar geometry, while it is classified as sp3 hybridized if it has a tetrahedral geometry. This classification is essential for understanding the bonding and reactivity of carbon-containing compounds.

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How do you know whether a carbon is a sp3 carbon or a sp2 carbon?
 
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Is this with regards to hybrid orbitals?

If it is, you have to look at its molecular geometry. It's sp2 if it's trigonal planar, sp3 if it's tetrahedral.
 
Spherical said:
Is this with regards to hybrid orbitals?

If it is, you have to look at its molecular geometry. It's sp2 if it's trigonal planar, sp3 if it's tetrahedral.

thanks
 
Spherical said:
Is this with regards to hybrid orbitals?

If it is, you have to look at its molecular geometry. It's sp2 if it's trigonal planar, sp3 if it's tetrahedral.

thanks
 

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