What is the approximate H–O–H bond angle in a water molecule?

Correct answer B. 104.5°

Explanation

Oxygen has two bond pairs and two lone pairs. The stronger lone pair repulsion compresses the tetrahedral angle of 109.5° to about 104.5°.

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