Which of the following statements is correct in the context of the allene molecule,$C_3H_4$?

  • A
    The central carbon is $sp$ hybridized
  • B
    The terminal carbon atoms are $sp^2$ hybridized
  • C
    The planes containing the $CH_2$ groups are mutually perpendicular to permit the formation of two separate $\pi-$ bonds
  • D
    All are correct

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