NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
What role does the valence shell of an atom play in the process of hybridisation?
Options
- AThe valence shell determines the type of hybridisation.
- BThe valence shell provides electrons for hybridisation.
- CThe valence shell determines the energy levels of orbitals.
- DThe valence shell is not relevant to hybridisation.
Correct answer
A. The valence shell determines the type of hybridisation.
Step-by-step solution
The valence shell of the atom determines the type of hybridisation that will occur.