Chem 3 Chemical Bonding

Physical World, Units and Measurements P-1
Chemical Bonding And

Molecular Structure
Numerical
Q.1. The maximum number of lone pairs of electrons on the

central atom from the following species is ____________.
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Q.2. The number of molecules from the following which contain
only two lone pair of electrons is ________

Q.3. The number of bent-shaped molecule/s from the following is
__________
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Q.4. The sum of lone pairs present on the central atom of the
interhalogen IF5 and IF7 is _________

Q.5. The number of species from the following carrying a single
lone pair on central atom Xenon is ___________.
Q.6. The number of following factors which affect the percent

covalent character of the ionic bond is _________
(A) Polarising power of cation
(B) Extent of distortion of anion
(C) Polarisability of the anion
(D) Polarising power of anion
Q.7. The number of species having a square planar shape from the
following is __________.
Q.8. In an ice crystal, each water molecule is hydrogen bonded to

____________ neighbouring molecules.
Q.9. The number of species from the following which have square
pyramidal structure is _________

Q.10. Amongst the following, the number of species having the
linear shape is _________.
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Q.11. The number of molecules or ions from the following, which

do not have odd number of electrons are _________.
(A) NO2
(B) ICl4−
(C) BrF3
(D) ClO2
(E) NO2+
(F) NO
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Q.12. How many of the following metal ions have similar value of
spin only magnetic moment in gaseous state? ______________
Q.13. The total number of lone pairs of electrons on oxygen atoms

of ozone is __________.
Answer Key & Explanation
1. Ans. Correct answer is 3

Explanation
Explanation
The number of molecules having only 2 lone pair of electrons =3
Which are H2O,N2 and CO
Note:-
XeF4 have 2 lps on central atom, but we are asked about lone pair
in molecule

Explanation
A bent-shaped molecule has a molecular geometry with a central

atom bonded to two other atoms and one or two pairs of non-
bonding electrons. The VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair
Repulsion) theory helps us predict the shapes of molecules.
Let's consider the given molecules:
1. N3−: The azide ion has a linear shape, not bent. The nitrogen
in the middle is connected to two other nitrogens and there
are no lone pairs on the central atom.
2. NO2−: The nitrite ion has a bent shape. The central nitrogen
atom is connected to two oxygen atoms and has one lone
pair of electrons, giving it a bent geometry.
3. I3−: The triiodide ion has a linear shape, not bent. The
central iodine atom is connected to two other iodine atoms
and there are no lone pairs on the central atom.
4. O3: Ozone has a bent shape. The central oxygen atom is

connected to two other oxygen atoms and has one lone pair
of electrons, giving it a bent geometry.
5. SO2: Sulfur dioxide has a bent shape. The central sulfur atom
is connected to two oxygen atoms and has one lone pair of
electrons, giving it a bent geometry.
Therefore, there are 3 bent-shaped molecules: NO2−, O3, and SO2.

Explanation
Interhalogen compounds are the substances that consist of two

different halogens. The most common type of interhalogen
compounds are binary, containing only two different elements.
In IF5, iodine (I) is the central atom. Iodine has 7 valence

electrons, 5 of which are used for bonding with the 5 fluorine (F)
atoms. This leaves 2 electrons, or 1 lone pair on the iodine atom.
In IF7, iodine (I) is the central atom again. Iodine has 7 valence
electrons, all of which are used for bonding with the 7 fluorine (F)
atoms. So, there are no lone pairs on the iodine atom.
Therefore, the sum of lone pairs present on the central atom of

the interhalogens IF5 and IF7 is 1.

Explanation

Explanation

Explanation
Explanation
Total no, of lone pairs on oxygen atoms = 6
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
Q.1. The number of P−O−P bonds

in H4P2O7,(HPO3)3 and P4O10 are respectively :
Q.2. Consider the following statements:
(A) NF3 molecule has a trigonal planar structure.
(B) Bond length of N2 is shorter than O2.
(C) Isoelectronic molecules or ions have identical bond order.
(D) Dipole moment of H2S is higher than that of water molecule.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q.3. Given below are two statements :
Statement I : SO2 and H2O both possess V-shaped structure.
Statement II : The bond angle of SO2 is less than that of H2O.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate

answer from the options given below:
Q.4. In which of the following processes, the bond order increases

and paramagnetic character changes to diamagnetic one ?

Q.5. ClF5 at room temperature is a:
Q.6. The bond order and magnetic property of acetylide ion are
same as that of

Q.7. Given below are two statement: one is labelled as
Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A: 5f electrons can participate in bonding to a far

greater extent than 4f electrons
Reason R: 5f orbitals are not as buried as 4f orbitals
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer

from the options given below
Q.8. Match List - I with List - II:
List - I Species List - II Geometry/Shape
A. H3O+ I. Tetrahedral
B. Acetylide anion II. Linear
C. NH4+ III. Pyramidal
D. ClO2− IV. Bent

Q.9. The compound which does not exist is

Q.10. Match List I with List II
LIST I LIST II
Oxide Type of bond
A. N2O4 I. 1 N = O bond
B. NO2 II. 1 N − O − N bond
C. N2O5 III. 1 N − N bond
D. N2O IV. 1 N=N / N ≡ N bond
Q.11.
Choose the correct option for X and Y from those given below :
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List I List II
A. XeF4 I. See-saw
B. SF4 II. Square-planar
C. NH4+ III. Bent T-shaped
D. BrF3 IV. Tetrahedral
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Q.13. For OF2 molecule consider the following :
A. Number of lone pairs on oxygen is 2 .
B. FOF angle is less than 104.5∘.
C. Oxidation state of O is −2.
D. Molecule is bent 'V' shaped.
E. Molecular geometry is linear.
correct options are:

List I List II
(molecules/ions) (No. of lone pairs of e− on central
atom)
A. IF7 I. Three
B. ICl4− II. One
C. XeF6 III. Two
D. XeF2 IV. Zero
Q.15. According to MO theory the bond orders for

and NO+ respectively, are
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Q.16. The magnetic behaviour of

respectively, are

Q.17. The bond dissociation energy is highest for
Q.18. Statement I : Dipole moment is a vector quantity and by

convention it is depicted by a small arrow with tail on the
negative centre and head pointing towards the positive centre.
Statement II : The crossed arrow of the dipole moment

symbolizes the direction of the shift of charges in the molecules.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate

answer from the options given below :
Q.19. What is the number of unpaired electron(s) in the highest

occupied molecular orbital of the following species
Q.20. Decreasing order of the hydrogen bonding in following

forms of water is correctly represented by
A. Liquid water
B. Ice
C. Impure water
Q.21. Order of Covalent bond;

Answer key & Explanation
1. Ans. (A)
Explanation
Let's analyze each compound separately:
1. H4P2O7: This compound is also known as pyrophosphoric acid.
Its structure has two phosphorus atoms (P) connected by one
oxygen atom (O), forming a P-O-P bond. There are no other P-O-P
bonds in its structure. Number of P-O-P bonds = 1
2. (HPO3)3: This compound is also known as cyclotriphosphoric
acid. It has three phosphorus atoms and three oxygen atoms,
arranged in a cyclic structure with each P atom connected to two
O atoms, forming a six-membered ring. In this structure, there are
three P-O-P bonds. Number of P-O-P bonds = 3
3. P4O10: This compound is also known as phosphorus pentoxide.

Its structure consists of four phosphorus atoms (P) and ten
oxygen atoms (O) connected in a cyclic arrangement. In the
structure, each phosphorus atom is connected to four oxygen
atoms, with two terminal oxygen atoms and two bridging oxygen
atoms. There are six P-O-P bonds in the P4O10 structure.
So, the number of P-O-P bonds in , and P4O10 are
1, 3, and 6, respectively.
2. Ans. (C)
Explanation
The correct answer is (B) and (C).
(A) NF3 molecule has a trigonal pyramidal structure, not a

trigonal planar structure. Therefore, statement (A) is false.
(B) The bond length of N2 is shorter than that of O2 due to the

smaller atomic radius of nitrogen compared to oxygen. Therefore,
statement (B) is true.
(C) Isoelectronic molecules or ions have the same number of

electrons and hence the same bond order. Therefore, statement
(C) is true.
(D) The dipole moment of water (H2O) is higher than that

of H2S due to the greater electronegativity of oxygen compared to
sulfur. Therefore, statement (D) is false.
3. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Statement I: Both SO₂ and H₂O have a V-shaped (or bent)

molecular structure. SO₂ has a central sulfur atom with two
oxygen atoms and one lone pair, while H₂O has a central oxygen
atom with two hydrogen atoms and two lone pairs. In both cases,
the repulsion between the lone pairs and the bonded electron
pairs leads to a V-shaped structure.
Statement II: The bond angle in H₂O is approximately 104.5° due

to the tetrahedral arrangement of electron pairs (including the
lone pairs) around the central oxygen atom. In SO₂, the bond
angle is approximately 119°. The presence of a lone pair and the
double bonds in SO₂ results in a different electron distribution,
leading to a larger bond angle compared to H₂O.
4. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Let's analyze each option:
The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is paramagnetic. When two
electrons are added to form , the bond order becomes 1

(decreases) and it becomes diamagnetic. This option does not
meet the required conditions.
The bond order of N2 is 3 and it is diamagnetic. When one electron
is removed to form N2+, the bond order becomes 2.5 (decreases)
and it remains diamagnetic. This option does not meet the
required conditions.
The bond order of NO is 2.5 and it is paramagnetic. When one

electron is removed to form NO+, the bond order becomes 3
(increases) and it becomes diamagnetic. This option meets the
required conditions.
The bond order of O2 is 2 and it is paramagnetic. When one

electron is removed to form O2+, the bond order becomes 2.5
(increases) and it remains paramagnetic. This option does not
meet the required conditions.
5. Ans. (A)
Explanation
ClF5 is actually a colorless liquid at room temperature with a
square pyramidal geometry.
6. Ans. (D)
Explanation
The acetylide ion has the formula . To determine its bond

order, we need to first write the molecular orbital (MO) diagram
for this ion.
The MO diagram for
The bond order is given by the difference between the number of

bonding electrons and the number of antibonding electrons,
divided by 2. In this case, there are 4 bonding electrons and 2
antibonding electrons, so the bond order is:
Therefore, the bond order of is 1.
Now, we need to determine the magnetic property of . Since

the bond order is 1, we know that the ion has a single unpaired
electron. Therefore, it is paramagnetic.
Among the given options, the only ion with a bond order of 1 and
paramagnetic property is NO+.
7. Ans. (A)
Explanation
Assertion A: 5f electrons can participate in bonding to a far
greater extent than 4f electrons
This is correct. In actinides (elements in which 5f orbitals are
being filled), the 5f electrons can participate in bonding. This
contrasts with lanthanides (elements in which 4f orbitals are
being filled), where the 4f electrons largely do not participate in
bonding.
Reason R: 5f orbitals are not as buried as 4f orbitals
This is also correct. The term "buried" refers to the degree to

which an orbital is shielded from the outside environment by
other electrons. The 5f orbitals are less shielded, or less "buried,"
than the 4f orbitals. This means they are more exposed to the
outside environment and can more readily interact with other
atoms to form bonds. This is the reason why 5f electrons can
participate in bonding to a greater extent than 4f electrons.
Therefore, both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation

of A.
8. Ans. (B)
Explanation
Let's consider each species in List I and determine their
geometries/shapes.
A. : This ion is formed by the addition of a proton to a water

molecule. The central atom (O) is surrounded by three Hydrogen
atoms and one lone pair, making its shape pyramidal.
B. Acetylide anion: The acetylide ion has a linear

geometry as the three atoms are in a straight line.
C. NH4+: The ammonium ion has a central nitrogen atom

surrounded by four hydrogen atoms, giving it a tetrahedral
geometry.
D. ClO2−: The chlorite ion has a central chlorine atom surrounded
by two oxygen atoms and one lone pair, which gives it a bent or V-
shaped geometry.
Matching these to List II, we get:
9. Ans. (D)
Explanation
Sodium superoxide (NaO2) is not a stable compound. It is not
found in normal conditions due to its high reactivity.
10. Ans. (B)
11. Ans. (B)
Explanation
12. Ans. (B)
Explanation
13. Ans. (B)
Explanation
A : No. of lone pairs on oxygen = 2
B:
D : molecule is bent "v" shaped
14. Ans. (C)

Explanation
15. Ans. (A)
Explanation
Species B.O.
O22− 1
CO 3
NO⊕ 3
Note :
(1) Bond order =12 [Nb − Na]
Nb = No of electrons in bending molecular orbital
Na = No of electrons in anti bonding molecular orbital
(4) upto 14 electrons, molecular orbital configuration is

Here Na = Anti bonding electron = 4 and Nb = 10
(5) After 14 electrons to 20 electrons molecular orbital

configuration is - - -
Here Na = 10
and Nb = 10
(A) In O atom 8 electrons present, so in O2, 8 × 2 = 16 electrons

present.
∴ Molecular orbital configuration of O 22− (18 electrons) is

16. Ans. (D)
Explanation
17. Ans. (A)

Explanation
Bond energy of F2 less than Cl2 due to lone pair lone pair
repulsions.
18. Ans. (B)

Explanation
The dipole moment is a vector quantity and is depicted by an
arrow with tail on the positive centre and head pointing towards
the negative centre. So, Statement-I is incorrect.
The crossed arrow of the dipole moment symbolizes the direction

of the shift of charges in the molecules. So, Statement-II is correct.
For example,
19. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Molecule No. of unpaired electron in highest

occupied molecular orbital No. of
unpaired electron in highest
occupied molecular orbital
N2 0
N2⊕ 1
O2 2
O2⊕ 1
20. Ans. (B)

Explanation
21. Ans. (D)
Explanation
2022
Numerical
Q.1. Consider,
Amongst the above molecule(s)/ion(s), the number of molecule(s)/ion(s)
having sp3 d2 hybridisation is __________.
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Q.2. The number of paramagnetic species among the following is

___________.
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Q.3. The number of interhalogens from the following having square

pyramidal structure is :
Q.4. The number of molecule(s) or ion(s) from the following having non-
planar structure is ____________.
Q.5. Amongst the following, the number of oxide(s) which are

paramagnetic in nature is
Q.6. According to MO theory, number of species/ions from the following

having identical bond order is ________.
Q.7. The spin-only magnetic moment value of the compound with

strongest oxidizing ability among MnF4,MnF3 and MnF2 is ____________ B.M.
[nearest integer]
Q.8. The sum of number of lone pairs of electrons present on the central
atoms of XeO3, XeOF4 and XeF6, is ______________
Q.9. Among the following species
the number of species showing diamagnesim is _______________.

Q.10. Amongst the following, the number of molecule/(s) having net

resultant dipole moment is ____________.
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Q.11. The hybridization of P exhibited in PF5 is spxdy. The value of y is

__________.
Q.12. Amongst SF4, XeF4, CF4 and H2O, the number of species with two lone
pairs of electrons is _____________.
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Q.13. Amongst BeF2, BF3, H2O, NH3, CCl4 and HCl, the number of molecules
with non-zero net dipole moment is ____________.

Explanation
Explanation
Those species which have unpaired electrons are called paramagnetic
species.
And those species which have no unpaired electrons are called

diamagnetic species.
B2 has 10 electrons.
Molecular orbital configuration of B2 is

Explanation

Explanation
Explanation

Explanation

Explanation
Explanation
From structure, it is clear that it has five bond pairs and one lone pair.
Explanation
Those species which have unpaired electrons are called paramagnetic
species.
And those species which have no unpaired electrons are called

diamagnetic species.
Explanation

Explanation

Explanation
Q.1. Which of the following pair of molecules contain odd electron

molecule and an expanded octet molecule?
Q.2. Number of lone pairs of electrons in the central atom

of SCl2,O3,ClF3 and SF6, respectively, are :

Q.3. Match List - I with List - II.
Q.4. Given below are two statements.

Statement I: O2,Cu2+, and Fe3+ are weakly attracted by magnetic field and
are magnetized in the same direction as magnetic field.
Statement II: NaCl and H2O are weakly magnetized in opposite direction to
magnetic field.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer
from the options given below.
Q.5. The total number of Mn=O bonds in Mn2O7 is __________.
Q.6. Arrange the following in increasing order of their covalent character.

A. CaF2
B. CaCl2
C. CaBr2
D. CaI2
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Q.7. Match List-I with List-II :

Q.8. Match List I with List II:

Q.9. Consider the species CH4+, NH4+ and BH4−. Choose the correct option
with respect to the these species.
Q.10. Number of lone pair(s) of electrons on central atom and the shape
BrF3 molecule respectively, are
Q.11. In the structure of SF4, the lone pair of electrons on S is in.

Q.12. Identify the incorrect statement for PCl5 from the following.
Q.13. The correct order of increasing intermolecular hydrogen bond

strength is
Q.14. Based upon VSEPR theory, match the shape (geometry) of the
molecules in List-I with the molecules in List-II and select the most
appropriate option.
Q.15. Consider the ions/molecule

For increasing bond order the correct option is :
Q.16. Bonding in which of the following diatomic molecule(s) become(s)

stronger, on the basis of MO Theory, by removal of an electron?
(A) NO
(B) N2
(C) O2
(D) C2
(E) B2
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
Q.17. Number of electron deficient molecules among the following

PH3, B2H6, CCl4, NH3, LiH and BCl3 is
Q.18. The correct order of bond orders of

is, respectively
Q.19. Identify the correct statement for B2H6 from those given below :
(A) In B2H6, all B-H bonds are equivalent.
(B) In B2H6, there are four 3-centre-2-electron bonds.
(C) B2H6 is a Lewis acid.
(D) B2H6 can be synthesized from both BF3 and NaBH4.
(E) B2H6 is a planar molecule.

1. Ans. (B)
Explanation
(A) BCl3 - Even electron molecules
SF6 - Expended octet molecules
(B) NO - Odd electron molecules

H2SO4 - Expanded octet
(C) SF6− Even electron molecules

H2SO4 - Expanded octet
(D) BCl3− Even electron molecules

NO - odd electron molecules
2. Ans. (B)
Explanation
The number of lone pair of electrons in the central atom
of SCl2,O3,ClF3 and SF6 are 2, 1, 2 and 0 respectively
Their structures are as,
3. Ans. (C)
Explanation
4. Ans. (A)
Explanation
5. Ans. (C)
Explanation
Structure of Mn2O7 is as :
6. Ans. (B)
Explanation
From Fajan's rule, for a given metal ion, as the size of anion increases,
polarizability of anion increases and hence covalent character of the given
ionic compound increases.
7. Ans. (C)
Explanation
8. Ans. (A)
Explanation
9. Ans. (B)
Explanation
All are tetrahedral and each have 10 electrons.
10. Ans. (C)

Explanation
Steric no. = 5 (sp3d), lone pair = 2
Bent T shape.
11. Ans. (A)

Explanation
SF4 → sp3d hybridisation.
The lone pair of electrons on S is in an equatorial position and there are two
lone pair-bond pair repulsions at 90°.
12. Ans. (C)

Explanation
PCl5
All three equatorial bonds in a plane
sp3d hybridization
Trigonal bipyramidal
Axial bonds are weaker than equatorial bonds.
13. Ans. (C)

Explanation
Due to the high difference in electronegativity of H and N the H-bond
strength of NH3 is highest. There is no H-bond in CH4.
CH4 < HCN < NH3
14. Ans. (B)

Explanation
15. Ans. Consider the ions/molecule
For increasing bond order the correct option is :
Explanation
Note :
(5) After 14 electrons to 20 electrons molecular orbital configuration is - - -

16. Ans. (C)
Explanation
If an electron is removed from the anti-bonding orbital, then it will tend to
increase the bond order. The HOMO in NO and O2 is antibonding molecular
orbital .
Hence, in NO and O2 bond order will increase on loss of electron.
17. Ans. (C)

Explanation
Electron deficient species have less than 8 electrons (or two electrons
for H ) in their valence (incomplete octet).
B2H6,BCl3 have incomplete octet.
18. Ans. (B)

Explanation
Note :

19. Ans. (C)
Explanation
It has two 3-centre-2-electron bonds and four 2-centre-2-electron bonds.
Hence, all B–H bonds are not equivalent.
It is an electron deficient compound as the octet of boron is incomplete.
Hence, it can behave as a Lewis acid.
It can be synthesized from both BF3 and NaBH4

2021
Numerical
Q.1 The spin-only magnetic moment value of species is _____________ × 10−2 BM.
(Nearest integer) [Given : √3 = 1.73]
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Q.2 According to molecular orbital theory, the number of unpaired electron(s) in

is :
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Q.3 The number of hydrogen bonded water molecule(s) associated with

stoichiometry CuSO4.5H2O is ____________.
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Q.4 The number of species having non-pyramidal shape among the following is
___________.
(A) SO3
(C) PCl3
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Q.5 AB3 is an interhalogen T-shaped molecule. The number of lone pairs of
electrons on A is __________. (Integer answer)
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Q.6 The total number of electrons in all bonding molecular orbitals of is

______________.
(Round off to the nearest integer)
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Q.7 The difference between bond orders of CO and NO⊕ is x/2 where x =
_____________. (Round off to the Nearest Integer)
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Q.8 The number of lone pairs of electrons on the central I atom in is ____________.
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Q.9 The number of species below that have two lone pairs of electrons in their
central atom is _________. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).
SF4, , ClF3, AsF3, PCl5, BrF5, XeF4, SF6
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Q.10 AX is a covalent diatomic molecule where A and X are second row elements of
periodic table. Based on Molecular orbital theory, the bond order of AX is 2.5. The
total number of electrons in AX is __________. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).
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Q.11 Among the following, the number of halide(s) which is/are inert to hydrolysis
is _________.
(A) BF3
(B) SiCl4
(C) PCl5
(D) SF6
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Numerical Answer Key
1. Ans. (173) 7. Ans. (0)

2. Ans. (0) 8. Ans. (3)
3. Ans. (1) 9. Ans. (2)
4. Ans. (3) 10. Ans. (15)
5. Ans. (2) 11. Ans. (1)
6. Ans. (10)
Numerical Explanation
Ans 1.
It has one unpaired electron.

Spin - only magnetic moment = μ
n = Number of unpaired electrons
= 1.73 BM
= 1.73 × 10−2 BM
Ans 2.
Zero unpaired electron

Ans 3.
One hydrogen bonded H2O molecule
Ans 4.
Hence, non-pyramidal species are SO3,
Ans 5. T-shaped molecule means 3 sigma bond and 2 lone pairs of electron on
central atom.
Ans 6. Nb = No of electrons in bonding molecular orbital


Here Na = 10
and Nb = 10
In O atom 8 electrons present, so in O2, 8 × 2 = 16 electrons present.
∴ Nb = 10
and Na = 8
Ans 7. Bond order of CO = 3

Bond order of NO+ = 3
Difference = 0 = x/2
⇒x=0
Ans 9.
Ans 10. The compound AX is NO its bond order is 2.5 and it has total 15 electrons.
Note : Total number of electrons equal to 13 will also have the 2.5 bond order. But
in this case neutral diatomic molecule will not be possible.
Ans 11. BF3 – Shows Partial hydrolysis

SiCl4 – Undergoes hydrolysis readily
PCl5 – Undergoes hydrolysis by addition– elimination mechanism.
SF6 – Due to crowding Inert towards hydrolysis.
Q.1 Number of paramagnetic oxides among the following given oxides is ____________.
Li2O, CaO, Na2O2, KO2, MgO and K2O
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Q.2 Match items of List-I with those of List-II :
List - I List - II
(Property) (Example)
(a) Diamagnetism (i) MnO

(b) Ferrimagnetism (ii) O2O2
(c) Paramagnetism (iii) NaCl
(d) Antiferromagnetism (iv) Fe3O4Fe3O4
Q.3 Match List - I with List - II :

Q.4 The bond order and magnetic behaviour of ion are respectively :
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Q.5 Identify the species having one π-bond and maximum number of canonical
forms from the following :

Q.6 In the following the correct bond order sequence is :
Q.7 Match List-I with List-II :

Q.8 The hybridisations of the atomic orbitals of nitrogen in
Q. 9 The oxide that shows magnetic property is :
Q.10 Amongst the following, the linear species is :
Q.11 A central atom in a molecule has two lone pairs of electrons and forms three
single bonds. The shape of this molecule is :
Q.12 Given below are two statements : one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is
labelled as Reason R :
Assertion A : The H−O−H bond angle in water molecule is 104.50.
Reason R : The lone pair - lone pair repulsion of electrons is higher than the bond
pair - bond pair repulsion.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options
given below :
Q.13 Match List - I with List - II.

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Q.14 Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other
is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A : Dipole-dipole interactions are the only non-covalent interactions,
resulting in hydrogen bond formation.
Reason R : Fluorine is the most electronegative element and hydrogen bonds in HF
are symmetrical.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the
options given below :
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Q.15 Which among the following species has unequal bond lengths?
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Q.16 According to molecular orbital theory, the species among the following that
does not exist is :
Q.17 The correct shape and I−I−I bond angles respectively in ion are :
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Q.18 The correct set from the following in which both pairs are in correct order of
melting point is :
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Q. 19 Which of the following are isostructural pairs ?

MCQ Answer Key
1. Ans. (A) 8. Ans. (D) 15. Ans. (D)

2. Ans. (C) 9. Ans. (C) 16. Ans. (B)
3. Ans. (D) 10. Ans. (C) 17. Ans. (A)
4. Ans. (A) 11. Ans. (B) 18. Ans. (D)
5. Ans. (D) 12. Ans. (A) 19. Ans. (C)
6. Ans. (C) 13. Ans. (C)
7. Ans. (C) 14. Ans. (C)
MCQ Explanation
Ans 1. Li2O ⇒ 2Li+ O2−

CaO ⇒ Ca2+ O2−
MgO ⇒ Mg2+ O2−

K2O ⇒ 2K+ O2−
O2− ⇒ Complete octet, diamagnetic
Ans 3.
Ans 4.
and paramagnetic.
Ans 5.
Ans 6.
Ans 7.
Ans 8.
Ans 9. Mn3O4 is paramagnetic due to presence of unpaired electrons.
Ans 10.
Ans 11.
sp3d hybridised
T-shaped
Ans 12.
due to lp - lp repulsion bond angle decrease.
Ans 13. Bond order =1/2 [Nb − Na]

Nb = No of electrons in bonding molecular orbital

Here Na = 10
and Nb = 10
(a) Molecular orbital configuration of Ne2 (20 electrons) is
∴Na = 10
Nb = 10
∴ BO = 1/2[10−10]=0
(Note : All inert gases has BO = 0 and it does not exist as molecule. Here Ne is also an
inert gas.)
(b) Moleculer orbital configuration of N2 (14 electrons) is
∴Na = 4
Nb = 10
∴ BO = 1/2[10−4]=3
(d) Molecular orbital configuration of F2 (18 electrons) is
∴Na = 8
Nb = 10
∴ BO = 1/2[10−8]=1
(d) Molecular orbital configuration of O2 (16 electrons) is
∴Na = 6
Nb = 10
∴ BO = 1/2[10−6]=2
Ans 14. Dipole - Dipole are not only the interaction responsible for hydrogen bond
formation. Ion-dipole can also be responsible for hydrogen bond formation.
F is most electronegative element and anhydrous HF in solid phase has symmetrical
hydrogen bonding.
Ans 15. (a) XeF4 is sp3d2 hybridised with 4 bond pairs and 1 lone pair and
structure is square planar. Here all the bond lengths are equal.
(b) 4 bond pair present so angle is 109o 28' and sp3 hybridised. So structure is
regular tetrahedral. Here all the bond lengths are equal.
(c) SiF4 is sp3 hybridisation and regular tetrahedral geometry. Here all the bond
lengths are equal.
(d) SF4 is sp3d hybridised with 4 bond pairs and 1 lone pair and its expected
trigonal bipyramidal geometry gets distorted due to presence of a lone pair of
electrons and it becomes distorted tetrahedral or see-saw with the bond angles
equal to < 120o and 179o instead of the expected angles of 120o and
180o respectively. Here axial and equitorial both bonds are presents. And we know
axial bonds are longer and weaker.
Ans 16. Note :

According to molecules orbital theory, when a molecule have bond order = 0 then
that molecule does not exist.
We know, Bond order =1/2 [Nb − Na]
Nb = No of electrons in bonding molecular orbital

Here Na = 10
and Nb = 10
∴ Nb = 10
Na = 8
∴ BO = 1/2 [ 10 − 8] = 1
Ans 17.
Ans 18.
Ans 19. Isostructural compounds are those compounds which have same structure
as well as same hybridisation.
Formula for find hybridisation : H = (Lone pair + Sigma bond + coordinate bond )
If number of sigma bond (σσ), co-ordinate bond and lone pair are same for given
pairs, they are isostructural.

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(D) Polarising power of anion

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Q.13. The total number of lone pairs of electrons on oxygen atoms

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1. Ans. Correct answer is 3

Which are H2O,N2 and CO

3. Ans. Correct answer is 3

A bent-shaped molecule has a molecular geometry with a central

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4. O3: Ozone has a bent shape. The central oxygen atom is

Therefore, there are 3 bent-shaped molecules: NO2−, O3, and SO2.

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11. Ans. Correct answer is 3

12. Ans. Correct answer is 2

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(A) NF3 molecule has a trigonal planar structure.

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(C) Isoelectronic molecules or ions have identical bond order.

(D) Dipole moment of H2S is higher than that of water molecule.

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Q.3. Given below are two statements :

Statement I : SO2 and H2O both possess V-shaped structure.

Statement II : The bond angle of SO2 is less than that of H2O.

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Q.8. Match List - I with List - II:

List - I Species List - II Geometry/Shape

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C. NH4+ III. Pyramidal

D. ClO2− IV. Bent

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