Introduction

• Hybridisation can be defined as the process of intermixing of the orbitals of slightly different energies so as to redistribute their energies, resulting in the formation of new set of orbitals of equivalent energies and shape. • The number of hybrid orbitals is equal to the number of the atomic orbitals that get hybridized. • The hybridized orbitals are always equivalent in energy and shape. • The hybrid orbitals are more effective in forming stable bonds than the pure atomic orbitals. • These hybrid orbitals are directed in space in some preferred direction to have minimum repulsion between electron pairs and thus a stable arrangement.

Pre-Requisites:

Covalent bond, polyatomic molecule , orbital

Activity:

Hybrids for example (animals, plants) are mixture of two or more individual types.

Real Life Question:

How do hybrids form?

Key Words / FlashCards

Learning aids / Gadgets

Real life uses :

Hybridization gives rise to new types or varieties.

Places to visit :

Zoo, garden, gym

Practical examples around us

What you learn in Theory:

Hybridization helps to form new polyatomic molecules.

What you learn in Practice:

Hybridization is intermixing.