NEET 2010 Chemistry question

In which of the following pairs of molecules/ions, the central atoms have hybridization?

(1) and
(2) and Correct
(3) and
(4) and

Answer: (2)

Solution

Count the hybrid orbitals (sigma bonds + lone pairs) on the central atom: : 2 sigma bonds + 1 lone pair = 3, so (bent). : 3 sigma + 1 lone pair = 4, so . : 3 sigma + 0

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