The bond angle in ({H\_2O}) is (104.5?). This fact can be be... | Chemistry | SolveeIt | Solveeit

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Question

The bond angle in ${H_2O}$ is $104.5?$ . This fact can be best explained with the help of

A

VSEPR Theory

B

molecular orbital theory

C

presence of hydrogen bond

D

electronegativity difference between hydrogen and oxygen atoms

Answer

VSEPR Theory

Explanation

Solution

The bond angle in $H _{2} O$ is $104.5^{\circ}$ due to the presence of two lone pair of electrons. This fact can be explained with the help of valence shell electron pair repulsion theory (VSEPR).