Question

Identify the incorrect statement :

• A. The S-S-S bond angles in the $S_{8}$ and $S_{6}$ rings are the same.
• B. Rhombic and monoclinic Sulphur have $S_{8}$ molecules.
• C. $S_{2}$ is paramagnetic like oxygen.
• D. $S_{8}$ ring has a crown shape.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Sulphur have puckered S₈ rings with crown conformation, and S₆ rings arranged in a chair conformation.

1) S-S-S bond angles in $\text{S}_{8}$ and $\text{S}_{6}$ rings are different
2) Rhombic & monoclinic are $\text{S}_{8}$ molecules but the arrangement of the molecules in space are different.
3) $\text{S}_{2}$ & $\text{O}_{2}$ both are paramagnetic according to MOT