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If the carbon atom in a simple carbon-containing compound forms sp hybrid orbitals, what is the expected shape of the compound?

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If the carbon atom in a simple carbon-containing compound forms sp hybrid orbitals, the expected shape of the compound would be a linear shape. The hybridization would have a linear arrangement having a bond angle of 180 degrees.
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