Question

In benzylic halides, the halogen atom is bonded to

• A. sp hybridized carbon atom.
• B. \(\text{sp}^2\) hybridized carbon atom.
• C. \(\text{sp}^3\) hybridized carbon atom.
• D. \(\text{dsp}^2\) hybridized carbon atom.

Hint:

In a benzylic halide the halogen is on a CH2 carbon next to the ring, which is sp3.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Draw the molecule
C6H5-CH2-Cl.

Step 2: Count sigma bonds
The CH2 carbon has four sigma bonds and no pi bond.

Step 3: Result
So it is sp3, option (C).

Final Answer:
Option (C). \[ \boxed{sp^3} \]