We are given some of the conversions. Choose the conversion(s) in which hybridisation of the underlined atom changes. A. NH3 → NH4+ B. BF3 → BF4- C. XeF2 → XeF4 [Xe has 8 valence e... We are given some of the conversions. Choose the conversion(s) in which hybridisation of the underlined atom changes. A. NH3 → NH4+ B. BF3 → BF4- C. XeF2 → XeF4 [Xe has 8 valence electrons] D. H2O → H3O+
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The question asks which conversions among the given options lead to a change in the hybridization of the underlined atom in each conversion. This involves understanding hybridization concepts in chemistry.
Answer
B and C
The hybridization changes in conversions B and C.
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The hybridization changes in conversions B and C.
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In the BF3 to BF4- conversion, boron adds an extra electron pair, resulting in a transition from sp2 to sp3 hybridization. Similarly, in the conversion from XeF2 to XeF4, xenon uses more orbitals, going from sp3d to sp3d2 hybridization.
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A common mistake is overlooking the need to consider the addition of electron pairs, which can change hybridization.
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