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The percentage of p-character in the orbitals forming \[PP\] bond in\[{{P}_{4}}\]is

A)  25                                         

B)  33

C)  50                                         

D)  75

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

                  Each P atom in\[{{P}_{4}}\]is\[s{{p}^{3}}\]hybridised, hence the percentage of 5 and p character is 25% and 75% respectively.