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Of the following, which molecule has the largest bond angle? [A] O3 [B] OF2 [C] HCN [D] H2O [E] More than one of these have equally large bond angles.

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Chapter1: Bond Angles And Shape

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9CTQ: Use VSEPR to explain why the HBH bond angle of BH3 is 120°. (Hint: What is one-third of360°?)

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Of the following, which molecule has the largest bond angle?

[A] O₃

[B] OF₂

[C] HCN

[D] H₂O

[E] More than one of these have equally large bond angles.

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