Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 480
Question: Which one shows maximum hydrogen bonding-
Options:
A) $ H_2O $
B) $ H_2Se $
C) $ H_2S $
D) HF
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- With the increase of electro negativity and decree size of the atom to which hydrogen is covalently linked, the strength of hydrogen bond increases. As F is most electronegative thus HF shows maximum strength of hydrogen bond.