Q78 / 197 · NEET 2009 (Mains) · Chemistry

In which of the following molecules / ions $\mathrm{BF}_3$, $\mathrm{NO}_2^{-}, \mathrm{NH}_2^{-}$and $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$, the central atom is $\mathrm{sp}^2$ hybridized?

  • Correct answer
    A
    $\mathrm{BF}_3$ and $\mathrm{NO}_2^{-}$
  • B
    $\mathrm{NO}_2^{-}$and $\mathrm{NH}_2$
  • C
    $\mathrm{NH}_2^{-}$and $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$,
  • D
    $\mathrm{NO}_2^{-}$and $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$

Solution

Both $\mathrm{BF}_3$ and $\mathrm{NO}_2^{-}$is $\mathrm{sp}^2$ hybridized.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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