The expected H-H-H bond angle in [H₃]⁺is · ABC26IN0957
Subject: Inorganic Chemistry · Chapter: Chemical Bonding · Topic: Chemical Bonding – General · Exam: CSIR NET JUNE 2016 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Easy
The expected $\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{H}$ bond angle in $\left[\mathrm{H}_{3}\right]^{+}$is
(a)180°
(b)120°
(c)60°
(d)90°
Answer
Answer: C ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high
Explanation
H₃⁺ is an equilateral triangle held by a single 3c-2e bond: 60° angles.
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