Q25 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2016 · Chemistry

Which one of the following statements is not correct?

  • A
    $\mathrm{O}_3$ is used as a germicide
  • Correct answer
    B
    In $\mathrm{O}_3, \mathrm{O}-\mathrm{O}$ bond length is identical with that of molecular oxygen
  • C
    $\mathrm{O}_3$ is an oxidising agent
  • D
    The shape of $\mathrm{O}_3$ molecule is angular

Solution

In oxygen, the bond is pure double bond but in ozone, it is partial single and double bond.

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

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