Question
Chemistry Question on Molecular Orbital Theory
For OF2 molecule consider the following : A Number of lone pairs on oxygen is 2 B FOF angle is less than 1045∘ C Oxidation state of O is −2 D Molecule is bent ' V ' shaped E Molecular geometry is linear correct options are:
A
A, C, D only
B
C, D, E only
C
B, E, A only
D
A, B, D only
Answer
A, B, D only
Explanation
Solution
- Two lone pair one oxygen
- Molecule is ' v ' shaped
- Bond angle is less than 104.5∘(102∘)
- O.S. of 'O' is +2