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The carbon atoms in graphite are...

The carbon atoms in graphite are

A

`sp^(2)` hybridization

B

`sp^(3)d` hybridization

C

`sp` hybridization

D

`sp^(2)d` hybridization

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A
`._(6)C`(Excited state)
In graphite carbons atoms are in a state of `sp^(2)` hybridisation.
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