hybridization of atoms

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what is hybridization and how does it directly relate to atoms/compounds? when would we need to pay attention to the hybridization of something? when it is relevant?

[Averie Moore 2F]

Hybridization is the mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals. They are relevant when you need to figure out the molecular geometry and are usually used to accommodate nonbonding electrons.