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Atomic Orbital Hybridization

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Which of the following best explains why atomic orbitals undergo hybridization?
A

The net energy of the molecule is greater than the initial energy of the atoms before bonding.

B

The initial energy of the atoms is less than the energy of the molecule after bonding.

C

The net energy of the molecule is less than that of the isolated atoms.

D

The resulting molecule is more stable.

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