MHT CET · Chemistry · Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Which type of overlap is involved in formation of \(0-\mathrm{H}\) bonds in water molecule?
- A \(\mathrm{sp}^{2}-\mathrm{p}\)
- B \(\mathrm{sp}^{3}-\mathrm{s}\)
- C \(\mathrm{s} \mathrm{p}-\mathrm{s}\)
- D \(\mathrm{sp}^{2}-\mathrm{s}\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(B) \(\mathrm{sp}^{3}-\mathrm{s}\)
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
In water molecule, central oxygen atom undergoes \(\mathrm{sp}^{3}\) hybridization.
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