NEETChemistryHydrogen
Which of the following options describes the structure of the common form of ice correctly?
Options
- AIce consists of individual water molecules held together by covalent bonds.
- BIce has a three-dimensional network structure with each water molecule forming four hydrogen bonds with neighb
- CIce has a linear chain-like structure with water molecules linked by hydrogen bonds.
- DIce has a random and disordered structure with water molecules arranged haphazardly.
Correct answer
B. Ice has a three-dimensional network structure with each water molecule forming four hydrogen bonds with neighb
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Ice has a three-dimensional network structure with each water molecule forming four hydrogen bonds with neighbouring molecules in a hexagonal lattice.