The solid state structure of HF is · ABC26IN0724
Subject: Inorganic Chemistry · Chapter: Main Group Elements · Topic: Main Group Elements – General · Exam: JAM 2005-2022 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Easy
The solid state structure of HF is
(a)$\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{F}---\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{F}--\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{F}--\mathrm{H}-\mathrm{F}---$
(b)
(c)
(d)
Answer
Answer: B ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence medium
Explanation
Solid HF is a zig-zag chain of F–H···F hydrogen bonds: H lies on the F···F line and the chain bends at F (≈120°) (b).
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