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A molecule MX3 has zero dipole moment. The 's' character in the hybridized orbitals of M is

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a

33.3

b

25

c

50

d

75

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

The percentage of s-character in sp3, sp2 and sp hybridization is 25%, 33.33%, and 50% respectively. 

For non-polar MX3, it must have a triangular planar arrangement, i.e. there should be sp2-hybridization around M. There are two p-orbitals and an s-orbital involved. 

So, s-character is 33.33%

So, option A is correct. 

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