A molecule with the formula AB₄ and a tetrahedral molecular geometry uses _________ to form its σ bonds.

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The molecule has tetrahedral molecular geometry which indicates sp3 hybridization. The formula indicates one atom each of A and S, 14 atoms of B, and one unit each of S and U. This means that each B atom is bonded to four other atoms, which includes the A and S atoms as well as two other B atoms. This requires sp3 hybrid orbitals to form the sigma bonds. Choice C provides the necessary sp3 hybrid orbitals.

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