JEE MainChemistryP Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
The molecule having smallest bond angle is :
- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: C
- Identify the type of molecules
All the given molecules are of the type where .
Each central atom has:
- valence electrons
- forms bonds with
- has lone pair
So, all have trigonal pyramidal shape with tetrahedral electron-pair geometry.
- Factor affecting bond angle
For group 15 trichlorides, the bond angle generally decreases down the group:
This happens because as we move down the group:
- size of central atom increases,
- hybridization becomes less effective,
- bonding tends toward nearly pure -orbital character,
- bond angle approaches .
Thus, the smallest bond angle should be for the heaviest central atom among the options, i.e. .
- Check options
- A: — larger bond angle
- B: — smaller than , but not the smallest
- C: — smallest bond angle
- D: — larger than and
- Final answer
The molecule having the smallest bond angle is:
So, Option C is correct.
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