The hybridization of carbon in methane (CH₄) is:

A sp

B sp³

C sp²

D unhybridized

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Carbon in CH₄ forms 4 sigma bonds using sp³ hybrid orbitals with tetrahedral geometry (109.5°).

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The correct answer to the question "The hybridization of carbon in methane (CH₄) is:" is Option B: sp³.

The other options — A) sp, C) sp², D) unhybridized — are incorrect for this Everyday Science question. As explained above: Carbon in CH₄ forms 4 sigma bonds using sp³ hybrid orbitals with tetrahedral geometry (109.5°).

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The hybridization of carbon in methane (CH₄) is:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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