What is the degree of hybridization (the integer corresponding to the superscript in ) of the carbon atom in the carbonyl group of a simple aliphatic ketone?

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What is the degree of hybridization (the integer corresponding to the superscript $x$ in $sp^x$) of the carbon atom in the carbonyl group of a simple aliphatic ketone?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: 2. The carbonyl carbon forms three bonds (to two alkyl carbons and one oxygen) and one bond (to the oxygen). This arrangement requires hybridization. Therefore, the integer value is 2.

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