Multiple choice

Which of the following molecules/ions has the lowest bond angle and two lone pairs of electrons?

  1. H2O

  2. F2O

  3. I3-

  4. NF3

  5. NH3

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B Correct answer
Explanation

F2O has bond angle of 102o with two bond pairs and two lone pairs of electrons. Hence, F2O has the lowest bond angle (102o) and two lone pairs of electrons.