NEETChemistryHydrogen
Why does hydrogen occur in a diatomic form rather than in a monoatomic form under normal conditions?
Options
- ABecause the ionization enthalpy of hydrogen atom is very high, hence, it is very hard to remove its only elect
- BBecause hydrogen has an odd number of electrons, leading to the formation of H 2 molecules.
- CBecause the diatomic form of hydrogen has a lower energy state than the monoatomic form.
- DBecause hydrogen's atomic size allows it to readily form H 2 molecules through van der Waals forces.
Correct answer
A. Because the ionization enthalpy of hydrogen atom is very high, hence, it is very hard to remove its only elect
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Because the ionization enthalpy of hydrogen atom is very high, hence, it is very hard to remove its only electron, instead it forms a covalent bond and exists in diatomic form