Question

Consider the following molecules or ions:
(i) $H_{2}O$
(ii) $N{H}^{4+}$
(iii) $S{0}_4^{2-}$
(iv) $Cl{O}_4^{-}$
(v) $N{H}_3$

• A. (i), (ii), (v) only
• B. (i), (ii) only
• C. (ii) only
• D. (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) only
• E. (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

All molecules or ions i.e., $H_{2}O,N{H}_4^{+},S{O}_4^{2-},$ $Cl{O}_4^{-}$ and $N{H}_3$ are involved in $s{p}^3-$ hybridization in their formation.