Sp3 hybridization

Definition

sp3 hybridization is a type of atomic orbital hybridization that combines one s orbital and three p orbitals to form four new equivalent orbitals, each with 25% s character and 75% p character.

Related terms

Orbital: An area around an atom where there's a high probability of finding electrons.

Valence Electrons:

The electrons in an atom's outer shell that are involved in chemical reactions.

Covalent Bonding: A type of chemical bond formed when two atoms share electrons.