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What effect does the presence of lone pairs on electronegative...
What effect does the presence of lone pairs on electronegative atoms like N, O, and F in hydrides have?
Options
- AIt leads to the formation of ionic compounds.
- BIt increases the volatility of the compound.
- CIt results in hydrogen bond formation between molecules.
- DIt makes the compound highly reactive.
Correct answer
C. It results in hydrogen bond formation between molecules.
Step-by-step solution
The presence of lone pairs on highly electronegative atoms like N, O, and F in hydrides leads to hydrogen bond formation between the molecules.