The hybridization of the B in BH₃ is sp³.

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The hybridization of an atom is determined by the number of bonding pairs and lone pairs around the atom. In the given molecule BH₃, the B (boron) atom is bonded to three hydrogen atoms and one sulfur atom, which gives a total of four bonded pairs of electrons. There are no lone pairs on the boron atom. Based on this, the hybridization of the boron atom can be determined using the formula: Hybridization = 1/2 (number of bonded atoms + number of lone pairs) Hybridization = 1/2 (4) = 2 The hybridization value of 2 corresponds to sp hybridization. Therefore, the correct hybridization of the B atom in BH₃ is sp. The given answer sp³ is incorrect.

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The Hybridization of the B in BH₃ Is Sp³