Ncert Exercises & Solutions

The linear shape of CO₂ is due to:

a. sp³ hybridisation of carbon

b. sp hybridisation of carbon

c. $pπ - pπ$ bonding between carbon and oxygen

d. sp² hybridisation of carbon

Choose the correct option
1. (a, b)
2. (b, c)
3. (c, d)
4. (a, d)