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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
In `P_4` the P-P linkage is formed by `sp^3- sp^3` hybridized orbital overlapping. So the percentage of P- character will be 75%.
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