Question
Question: The correct order of increasing X-O-X bond angle is (X = H. F or Cl)...
The correct order of increasing X-O-X bond angle is (X = H. F or Cl)
A
H₂O > Cl₂O > F₂O
B
Cl₂O > H₂O > F₂O
C
F₂O > Cl₂O > H₂O
D
F₂O > H₂O
Answer
Cl₂O > H₂O > F₂O
Explanation
Solution
The bond angle depends on the electronegativity of the surrounding atoms. Higher electronegativity leads to smaller bond angles.
The correct order is Cl₂O > H₂O > F₂O.