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In the context of organic chemistry, where is the oxidation of fuels typically completed?
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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of an sp3 hybridized carbon atom in organic molecules?
A
It forms a trigonal planar structure with 90-degree bond angles.
B
It forms a planar structure with 120-degree bond angles.
C
It forms a tetrahedral structure with 109.5-degree bond angles.
D
It forms a linear structure with 180-degree bond angles.
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Identify the hybridization state of the carbon atom in question. An sp3 hybridized carbon atom is formed when one s orbital and three p orbitals mix to form four equivalent sp3 hybrid orbitals.
Understand the geometry associated with sp3 hybridization. The four sp3 hybrid orbitals arrange themselves in a way to minimize repulsion, leading to a tetrahedral geometry.
Recall the bond angles associated with a tetrahedral structure. In a perfect tetrahedral arrangement, the bond angles are approximately 109.5 degrees.
Compare the given options with the characteristics of sp3 hybridization. The correct option should describe a tetrahedral structure with 109.5-degree bond angles.
Eliminate the incorrect options: Trigonal planar (120 degrees), planar (120 degrees), and linear (180 degrees) do not match the characteristics of sp3 hybridization.
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