Q71 / 225 · JEE Main 2003 · Chemistry

Which one of the following compounds has the smallest bond angle in its molecule?

  • A
    $\mathrm{OH}_2$
  • Correct answer
    B
    $\mathrm{SH}_2$
  • C
    $\mathrm{NH}_3$
  • D
    $\mathrm{SO}_2$

Solution

In $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{~S}$, due to low electronegativity of sulphur the L.P. - L.P. repulsion is more than B.P. - B.P. repulsion and hence the bond angle is $92^{\circ}$.

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

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