What is the hybridization of the nitrogen in hydrogen cyanide, HCN ?
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Hydrogen (H) has 1 valence electron, carbon (C) has 4 valence electrons, and nitrogen (N) has 5 valence electrons. The total number of valence electrons is \(1 + 4 + 5 = 10\). Show more…
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