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The percentage of p-character in the orbitals forming `p-p` bonds in `P_4` is

A

`25`

B

`33`

C

`50`

D

`75`

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The correct Answer is:
D
The structure of `P_(4)` is `sp^(3)` hybridisation and hence `75%` p-character
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