AIPMT PRELIMS2009Chemistry-Chemical Bonding
AIPMT PRELIMS 2009 Chemistry Hybridization MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
In which of the following molecules / ions BF₃, NO₂⁻, NH₂⁻ and H₂O, the central atom is sp² hybridized?
A
NH₂⁻ and H₂O
B
NO₂⁻ and H₂O
C
BF₃ and NO₂⁻
D
NO₂⁻ and NH₂⁻
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
In BF₃ and NO₂⁻, the central atom is sp² hybridized due to the presence of three regions of electron density around the central atom.
Found an issue with this question?