Problem: Which hybridization scheme occurs about nitrogen when nitrogen forms a double bond?
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We are asked which hybridization scheme occurs about nitrogen when nitrogen forms a double bond.
Let's take a look at a hypothetical molecule that would have this.
- N likes to have 3 bonds and 1 lone pair.
Orbitals that can be used by the central atom:
Subshell Total # of orbitals
s _ 1 orbital
p _ _ _ 3 orbitals
d _ _ _ _ _ 5 orbitals
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Which hybridization scheme occurs about nitrogen when nitrogen forms a double bond?
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