Q.

The ratio of hybrid and unhybrid orbitals involved in the bonding of a benzene molecule is

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a

3:2

b

3:1

c

1:3

d

1:1

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Number of hybrid orbitals = number of carbons × number denoting the hybridization of carbon

= 6  × 3 =18

Number of pure orbitals = number of hydrogen present +2×(number of π - bonds present)

 = 6 +2 ×(3) =12

Ratio of hybrid and unhybrid orbitals =18:12= 3:2

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