AIPMT PRELIMS2008Chemistry-Chemical Bonding

AIPMT PRELIMS 2008 Chemistry Molecular Geometry MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

The angular shape of ozone molecule (O₃) consists of -

A

1 sigma and 1 pi bonds

B

2 sigma and 1 pi bonds

C

1 sigma and 2 pi bonds

D

2 sigma and 2 pi bonds

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Ozone (O₃) has a bent shape with two sigma bonds and one pi bond due to resonance.

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