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How many hybrid orbitals form when four atomic orbitals of a central atom mix? Explain
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Hybrid orbitals are formed only by combining atomic orbitals. These are very different from the atomic orbitals in isolated atoms in shapes and orientations.
1Step1: How hybrid orbital form
In isolated atoms, hybrid orbitals do not exist.These are formed only by the combination of atomic orbitals which are equivalent in shape and energy.
2Step2:Number of hybrid orbitals formed
The number of hybrid orbitals formed depends upon the number of atomic orbitals that combines.This means that when four atomic orbitals of a central atom mix formation of four hybrid orbitals take place.
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