Question
Chemistry Question on Chemical bonding and molecular structure
In NH3, the bond angle is deviated from normal bond angle 109°28' is due to
A
Bond pair repulsion
B
Lone pair repulsion
C
Lone pair-bond pair repulsion
D
All the above
Answer
Lone pair-bond pair repulsion
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): Lone pair-bond pair repulsion.