Give reasons for the following: ‘ (a) Covalent bonds are directional bonds while ionic bonds are non- directional. (b) Water molecule has bent structure whereas carbon dioxide molecule is linear. (c) Ethyne molecule is linear.

Asked by Last Modified  

1 Answer

Learn Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure +1 Chemistry

Follow 1
Answer

Please enter your answer

Alka Rohatgi

Specialist in Chemistry.

When atoms combine and forms covalent bond by sharing of electron s they tend to arrange themselves in such a way to feel minimum repusion.while ionic bonds are formed by donation of electrons from electropositive element to electronegative elements they have strong electrostatic force of attractions. Water...
read more
When atoms combine and forms covalent bond by sharing of electron s they tend to arrange themselves in such a way to feel minimum repusion.while ionic bonds are formed by donation of electrons from electropositive element to electronegative elements they have strong electrostatic force of attractions. Water molecule has SP2 hybridization (2bp+2lp)while carbon dioxide molecule has SP hybridization Ethyne molecule also has SP hybridization read less
Comments
Dislike Bookmark

Related Questions

Which of the following angle corresponds to sp2 hybridisation?
(a) 90° (b)     120°                (c)     180°               (d) 109°
Since sp2 is planar, and it has 3 bonds, so bond angle will be 360°/3= 120° Hence answer is option B
Vivek
Which is the best chemistry branch for Msc in chemistry?
Organic Chemistry
Suresh
Which is the best chemistry branch for Msc in chemistry?
Material chemistry has a great scope these days. It gives you varied experience and field exposure.
User
0 0
9
Which is the best chemistry branch for Msc in chemistry?
Inorganic chemistry (if you are planning for industrial jobs)
Praveen
1 0
6
CO is isoelectronic with
(a) NO+
(b) N2                       
(c) SnCl2                  
(d) N02
CO is isoelectronic with NO+ and N2. So, options (a) and (b) are the right answers. CO has 14 electrons, 8 from oxygen and 6 from carbon. NO has 15 electrons 8 from oxygen and 7 from nitogen. But, as it...
Abirami
0 0
7

Now ask question in any of the 1000+ Categories, and get Answers from Tutors and Trainers on UrbanPro.com

Ask a Question

Related Lessons

Chemical bonding
Question 1: What is the difference Between CO2 and SiO2, hybridization both? Answer 1: co2 is the gas, while sio2 is the glass Due to c atomic number 6, an electronic configuration is 1s2, 2s2 2p2...

Satya Narayan Y.

0 0
0
CONCEPT OF HYBRIDIZATION
Hybridisation is a hypothetical concept which explains about the formation and structure of molecules. Defination - the intermixing of atomic orbitals to produce symmetrical low energy containg hybrid...

Mallela Harish

0 0
0
The Shapes and Strengths of Molecules

Sakshi S.

0 0
0
Chemical bonding

Chanchal J.

0 0
0

Recommended Articles

6 Exam Hall Tips To Follow, For Every Good Student

Appearing for exams could be stressful for students. Even though they might have prepared well, they could suffer from anxiety, tension etc. These are not good for their health and mind. However, following a few exam preparation tips can save them from all these and help them to score good marks. Let’s find out all...

Read full article >

The Rising Problems in Indian Government School

With the mushrooming of international and private schools, it may seem that the education system of India is healthy. In reality, only 29% of children are sent to the private schools, while the remaining head for government or state funded education. So, to check the reality of Indian education system it is better to look...

Read full article >

Science, Arts Or Commerce - Which One To Go For?

Once over with the tenth board exams, a heavy percentage of students remain confused between the three academic streams they have to choose from - science, arts or commerce. Some are confident enough to take a call on this much in advance. But there is no worry if as a student you take time to make choice between - science,...

Read full article >

The Trend of E-learning and it’s Benefits

E-learning is not just about delivering lessons online. It has a much broader scope that goes beyond manual paper or PowerPoint Presentations. To understand the reach of E-learning and how the whole process works in developing the Educational system, we will discuss a few points here. Let us find out how this new learning...

Read full article >

Find Class XI Tuition near you
Class XI Tuition in Delhi
Class XI Tuition in Bangalore
Class XI Tuition in Hyderabad
Class XI Tuition in Kolkata
Class XI Tuition in Mumbai
Class XI Tuition in Chennai
Class XI Tuition in Pune
Class XI Tuition in Gurgaon
Class XI Tuition in Noida
Class XI Tuition in Ghaziabad

Looking for Class 11 Tuition ?

Learn from the Best Tutors on UrbanPro

Are you a Tutor or Training Institute?

Join UrbanPro Today to find students near you