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The molecule having smallest bond angle is:

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

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All these molecules are type with one lone pair (pyramidal geometry).As we go down the group from , the size of the central atom increases and its electronegativity decreases.The bond pairs move further away from the central atom, reducing bond pair-bond pair repulsion. Consequently, the lone pair-bond pair repulsion causes the bond angle to contract more.Order of bond angles: . has the smallest bond angle.

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The molecule having smallest bond angle is:
A
B
C
D

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