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Which outcome results when electron orbitals hybridize in carbon?

A)Tetrahedral molecular geometry is formed
B)Metallic bonding becomes highly conductive
C)Nuclear binding energy is significantly lowered
D)Valence electrons become completely ionized

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Tetrahedral geometry occurs because hybridized *sp³ orbitals* allow four sigma bonds through spatial arrangement, thus maximizing bond strength. Therefore, the molecule assumes a tetrahedral shape, rather than other geometries needing different orbital configurations.

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