In which of the following molecules, the central atom does not have sp3 hybridization?

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Correct answer: B. (b) For neutral molecules, No. of electron pairs = No. of atoms bonded to it + 1/2 [Gp. no of central atom – Valency of central atom] ∴ For CH4, no. of e– pairs = 4+ 12[4−4]= 4 (sp3 hybridisation) For SF4, no. of e– pairs = 4+ 12[6−4] = 5 (sp3 d hybridisation) For ions, No. of electron pairs = No. of atoms bonded to it + 1/2 [Gp. no. of central atom – Valency of central atom ± No. of electrons] ∴ For BF4–, no. e– pairs =4+ 12[3−4+1] = 4 (sp3 hybridisation) For NH+4, no. of e– pairs = 4+ 12[5−4−1] = 4 (sp3 hybridisation)

$In which of the following molecules, the central atom does not have sp3 hybridization?$

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