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Statement-1: In tetrahedral hybridization, i.e., in sp3 hybridization all p-orbitals of valence shell are involved and no p-orbitals is left for forming π-bond

Statement-2: Central atom cannot form double bonds in the molecules or species having sp3 hybridization.

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a

Statement-I is True, Statement-2 is True; Statement-2 is a correct explanation for Statement-I

b

Statement-I is True, Statement-2 is True, Statement-2 Is NOT a correct explanation for Statement-I.

c

Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is False

d

Statement-I is False, Statement-2 is True

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

"In tetrahedral hybridization, i.e., in sp3 hybridization all p-orbitals of valence shell are involved and no p-orbitals is left for forming π-bond' is correct

Because all three p-orbitals are engaged in sp3hybridization, leaving no p-orbital for sidewise overlapping.

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Statement-1: In tetrahedral hybridization, i.e., in sp3 hybridization all p-orbitals of valence shell are involved and no p-orbitals is left for forming π-bondStatement-2: Central atom cannot form double bonds in the molecules or species having sp3 hybridization.