Hybridization in 2,3-dimethyl-2-pentene

Very Hard Organic Chemistry Structure And Bonding

Consider the molecule 2,3-dimethyl-2-pentene, which is an alkene with a double bond between the second and third carbon atoms. Analyze the hybridization and geometry of the carbon atoms involved in the double bond, as well as the surrounding carbon atoms. Which of the following statements correctly describes the hybridization and bond angles of the specified carbon atoms in the molecule?

The carbon atoms in the double bond are sp2 hybridized and have bond angles of 120 degrees.

The carbon atoms in the double bond are sp3 hybridized and exhibit tetrahedral geometry.

All carbon atoms in 2,3-dimethyl-2-pentene are sp hybridized, resulting in linear geometry.

The terminal carbon atoms are sp2 hybridized, while the carbons in the double bond are sp hybridized.

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