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Why are hybrid orbitals directed in space in some preferred direction?

Options

  1. ATo maximize electron repulsion between electron pairs
  2. BTo have a less stable arrangement
  3. CTo minimize electron repulsion between electron pairs and achieve a stable arrangement
  4. DTo maximize electron repulsion between atoms

Correct answer

C. To minimize electron repulsion between electron pairs and achieve a stable arrangement

Step-by-step solution

Hybrid orbitals are directed in space in some preferred direction to minimize electron repulsion between electron pairs and achieve a stable arrangement.

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