Atomic Structure Question 452
An isostere is a compound that has the same molecular formula as another compound but differs in the arrangement of atoms or the presence of isotopes.
Options:
A) $ NO_2^{-} $ and $ O_3 $
B) $ NO_2^{-} $ and $ PO_4^{3-} $
C) $ CO_2,,N_2O,,NO_3^{-} $
D) $ ClO_4^{-} $ and $ OC{N^{-}} $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
$ NO_2^{-} $ and $ O_3 $ are isostere. The number of atoms in these $ (=3) $ and number of electrons $ (24) $ are same.
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