Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization (Product Code: SCI-291/114) is a three-dimensional teaching model used to show how one s and two p orbitals combine into sp2 hybrid orbitals arranged in a flat, trigonal planar shape. Designed for teachers and students of organic, inorganic and stereochemistry, it contains a number of atomic elements for building different kinds of molecules. It is made by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), an OEM manufacturer, at its own factory in Ambala, India.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Topic | sp2 hybridization (trigonal planar arrangement) |
| Designed for | Teachers and students of organic, inorganic and stereochemistry |
| Purpose | Gives a three-dimensional idea of structural formulae that are difficult to explain on a two-dimensional blackboard |
| Contents | A number of atomic elements to make different kinds of molecules |
| Product code | SCI-291/114 |
| Manufacturer | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab) — OEM |
| Country of origin | India (made in Ambala, Haryana) |
The model is at its best when explaining the carbon–carbon double bond. In ethene each carbon uses three sp2 hybrid orbitals that lie in one plane, while the remaining unhybridised p orbital stands above and below that plane and overlaps sideways with its neighbour to form the pi bond. The same planar pattern appears in boron trifluoride, in carbonyl groups and around each carbon of a benzene ring.
On a blackboard these shapes collapse into flat drawings, so students often miss why a double bond cannot rotate freely. Building the structure from the kit's atomic elements and turning it in the hand makes the point clear. Teachers of chemistry model organic lessons can also use it to introduce geometric isomerism.
The Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization comes from Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, which trades as ScienceLab and is the model's OEM (original equipment manufacturer). It is made at the company's own licensed factory at Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India, and supplied factory-direct to schools, colleges, universities, dealers and importers. Ask the manufacturer directly about repeat orders or matching sp3 models. More on the ScienceLab profile.
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What does the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization demonstrate?
The Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization demonstrates how one s and two p orbitals mix to form three sp2 hybrid orbitals in a single plane, with one p orbital left unhybridised. This explains the flat geometry around double-bonded carbon.
Which molecules can be shown with the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization?
The Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization is suited to molecules with trigonal planar centres, such as ethene, boron trifluoride and carbonyl compounds. Its atomic elements can also build different kinds of molecules for organic, inorganic and stereochemistry lessons.
Who is the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization designed for?
The Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization is designed for teachers and students learning organic, inorganic and stereochemistry, typically in senior secondary and undergraduate classes where hybridization and molecular shape are taught.
How many atomic elements are in the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization?
Our catalogue states that the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization contains a number of atomic elements but does not list an exact count. Please ask through the contact page for the current contents before you order.
Who manufactures the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization?
The Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization is manufactured by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), the OEM, at its own factory at Saha, Ambala, Haryana, India, and is quoted directly by the manufacturer.
Request a quotation for the Orbital Model of Sp2 Hybridization through the contact page, or add it to the enquiry cart with the sp3 model. Quotes come direct from the manufacturer.
Last updated: 24 September 2026