Engineering
Chemistry
Hybridisation
Question

Draw diagrams showing the formation of a double bond and a triple bond between carbon atoms in C2H4 and C2H2 molecules.

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Solution

In ethylene, the carbon atom is sp2 hybridized.
In acetylene, the carbon atom is sp hybridized.
The energy level diagrams of ethylene and acetylene are shown below.

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