Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 362

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.