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is the hybrid orbital the solution of Schrodinger equation ?
Or why we have to make orbital hybridization?
Or why we have to make orbital hybridization?
Sort of.is the hybrid orbital the solution of Schrodinger equation ?
Thank you Drdu!DrDu said:Yes, it is an "ansatz" or trial wavefunction.
Orbital hybridization is a concept in quantum mechanics that describes the mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals. These hybrid orbitals have different shapes and energies than the original atomic orbitals.
Orbital hybridization is important because it helps to explain the molecular structure and bonding in molecules. It allows us to understand the shape, polarity, and reactivity of molecules, which is essential in fields such as chemistry and biochemistry.
Orbital hybridization is a concept that was developed within the framework of quantum mechanics. It is based on the principles of wave-particle duality and the quantization of energy levels in atoms. Orbital hybridization provides a quantum mechanical explanation for the observed properties of molecules.
There are three main types of orbital hybridization: sp, sp2, and sp3. These correspond to the hybridization of one, two, and three atomic orbitals, respectively. Each type of hybridization results in different shapes and orientations of the hybrid orbitals.
While hybrid orbitals cannot be directly observed, their effects can be observed through methods such as X-ray crystallography and spectroscopy. These techniques allow us to determine the molecular structure and bond angles, which are a result of orbital hybridization.