Question

Which one of the following compounds has the smallest bond angle in its molecule?

Options

• OH₂

• SH₂

• NH₃

• SO₂

Answer 1

SH₂

Explanation:

The bp-bp repulsion in S is lower than it is in O because of S's poor electronegativity.

Hence, the bond angle of SH₂ < OH₂.

	SO2	OH2	SH2	NH3
Bond angle	119.5°	104.5°	92.5°	106.5°