Predict the shape of the H2O compound based upon concepts of hybridisation.
A. Tetrahedral
B. Angular or bent structure
C. Trigonal Planar
D. Pyramidal
Answer:B
Predict the shape of the H2O compound based upon concepts of hybridisation.
A. Tetrahedral B. Angular or bent structure C. Trigonal Planar D. Pyramidal
Explanation: The water molecule has angular or bent structure due to the presence of two lone pairs which repels strongly.