Upon combustion,ethene (C₂H₄)is converted to carbon dioxide and water.What change occurs in the hybridization of carbon atoms in this reaction? A) sp to sp² B) sp² to sp³ C) sp³ to sp D) sp² to sp E) sp³ to sp²

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The hybridization of carbon atoms in ethene is sp2. During the combustion, ethene is oxidized to carbon dioxide, which has sp hybridization. The hybridization of water is sp3. Therefore, the hybridization of carbon atoms in ethene changes from sp2 to sp in carbon dioxide. As a result, the correct choice is D, "sp2 to sp".

Upon Combustion,ethene (C2H4)is Converted to Carbon Dioxide and Water

Upon Combustion,ethene (C₂H₄)is Converted to Carbon Dioxide and Water