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Multiple choice

The molecule having the smallest bond angle is __________.

  1. AlCl3

  2. CH4

  3. H2O

  4. H2S

  5. XeF4

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E Correct answer
Explanation

XeF4 has square planar geometry with bond angle 90o. It has the least bond angle among the given molecules. Increasing order of bond angle: XeF4 (90o) < H2S (92.3o) < H2O (104.5o) < CH4 (109.5o) < AlCl3 (120o)

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