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The Carbon atom in singlet and triplet carbene is ____________ and ____________ - hybridized, respectively.

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Remember the pairing: Singlet = Paired electrons in one orbital = $sp^2$ hybridization (bent shape). Triplet = Unpaired electrons in two separate orbitals = $sp$ hybridization (linear shape for minimum repulsion).
Updated On: Jul 31, 2026
  • $sp^2$ and $sp^2$
  • $sp$ and $sp$
  • $sp^2$ and $sp$
  • $sp$ and $sp^2$
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The Correct Option is C

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