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AP EAMCET · Chemistry · p Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)

For ozone molecule consider the following
(A) It is a linear molecule with bond angle \(180^{\circ}\)
(B) It is an angular molecule with bond angle \(117^{\circ}\)
(C) The bond lengths of both \(\mathrm{O}-\mathrm{O}\) bonds are same
(D) With respect to oxygen it is thermodynamically more stable
The correct options are

  1. A (B), (C) only
  2. B (A), (B) only
  3. C (B), (D) only
  4. D (A), (D) only
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Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(A) (B), (C) only

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Ozone \(\left(\mathrm{O}_3\right)\) is a bent molecule with a bond angle of abóut \(117^{\circ}\). Thus, (A) is incorrect. The bond lengths of both \(\mathrm{O}-\mathrm{O}\) bonds are the same due to resonance. It is less stable than oxygen and is electrophilic in nature. Thus,…