Question: Allene, H2C = C = CH2, is somewhat unusual in that it has two adjacent double bonds. Draw a picture showing the orbitals involved in

Allene, H2C = C = CH2, is somewhat unusual in that it has two adjacent double bonds. Draw a picture showing the orbital’s involved in the σ and π bonds of allene. Is the central atom sp2- or sp-hybridized? What about the hybridization of the terminal carbons? What shape do you predict for allene?

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