Understanding Hybridization of Oxygen

What is hybridization in the context of chemistry?

• The process of splitting atoms into smaller parts

• The combination of atomic orbitals to form new orbitals of equal energy

• The fusion of two different elements to form a compound

• The division of electrons into separate energy levels

How many valence electrons does oxygen have?

• Eight

• Two

• Six

• Four

What is the electron configuration of oxygen?

• 1s2 2s2 3p4

• 1s2 2p6 3s2

• 1s2 2s2 2p4

• 1s2 2s2 2p6

What is the hybridization of oxygen in a water molecule?

• sp2

• sp

• sp3d

• sp3

What is the molecular shape of water due to its hybridization?

• Tetrahedral

• Linear

• Angular

• Trigonal planar