Chemistry · 2026
JEE Main · 23 January 2026, Shift 1 · Q53
Identify the molecule ( X ) with maximum number of lone pairs of electrons (obtained using Lewis dot structure) among HNO_3, H_2 SO_4, NF_3 and O_3.…
Identify the molecule $\displaystyle (\mathrm{X})$ with maximum number of lone pairs of electrons (obtained using Lewis dot structure) among $\displaystyle \mathrm{HNO}_3, \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4, \mathrm{NF}_3$ and $\displaystyle \mathrm{O}_3$. Choose the correct bond angle made by the central atom of the molecule (X).
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(3)
$\displaystyle 102$°
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