Based on valence bond theory, which statement best describes the electron geometry, bonding and hybridization of the central atom in carbon tetrachloride?
A) The electron geometry of carbon in carbon tetrachloride is tetrahedral with a sp3 hybridization. The C-Cl bond is of σ-character.
B) The electron geometry of carbon in carbon tetrachloride is tetrahedral with a sp2 hybridization. The C-Cl bond is of σ-character.
C) The electron geometry of carbon in carbon tetrachloride is tetrahedral with a sp3 hybridization. The C-Cl bond is of π-character.
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