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When the hybridization state of a carbon atom changes from `sp^(3)` to `sp^(2)` and finally to `sp`, the angle between the hybridized orbitals

A

(1) decreases gradually

B

(2) decreases considerably

C

(3) is not affected

D

(4) increases progressively

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The correct Answer is:
D
`sp^(3) (109.5^(@)) lt sp^(2) (120^(@)) lt sp (180^(@))`
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