Q20 / 150 · MHT CET 2021 (20 Sep Shift 1) · Chemistry

What is bond angle O-S-O in $\mathrm{SO}_2$ molecule?

A
$107^{\circ}$
B
$180^{\circ}$
C
$90^{\circ}$
Correct answer
D
$119.5^{\circ}$

Solution

The bond angle is reduced from the ideal value of $120^{\circ}$ to $119.5^{\circ}$ because of the repulsion of the lone pair of atoms.

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

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