Organic Hybridization

Illustrate the geometry and bond lengths in \(\ce{sp^3}\), \(\ce{sp^2}\) and \(\ce{sp}\) hybridized carbons.

Task

Build molecule and minimize geometry. Use the Measurement tool to examine bond lengths and bond angles.

Solution

sp3 hybridation carbon hybridation Results using the MMFF94 forcefield (default):

  • \(\ce{sp^3}\) - ethane bond angle: 110°; C-C bond length 1.5 A
  • \(\ce{sp^2}\) - ethylene bond angle: 121°; C-C bond length: 1.336 A
  • \(\ce{sp}\) - acetylene bond angle: 180°; C-C bond length: 1.200 A

See also

Basic VSEPR

Further readings

Wikipedia: Orbital hybridisation

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