JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 2 of 3g3028
The prop-1-en-2-yl cation CHX3−CX+=CHX2 (a vinyl cation) has the cationic carbon which is:
Asp hybridised, with a linear arrangement of the C−CX+=C unit
Bsp2 hybridised and trigonal planar
Csp3 hybridised and pyramidal
Dsp3d hybridised
Answer: A
The cationic carbon has two sigma bonds (one to CHX3, one to =CHX2) and a pi bond, with an empty p orbital. Two sigma bonds mean sp hybridisation and a linear geometry.