First slide

Group-17 or Halogen family

Question

Which of the following statements is true about NO₂ and ClO₂?

Moderate

A

In both oxides, the central atom has an oxidation state +4
B

On cooling, both undergoes dimerization
C

Both have a bent structure
D

Both are paramagnetic

Solution

From figure it can be seen that both have a bent structure.
In both oxides, the central atom has an oxidation state is +4.
As it has odd number of electrons both are paramagnetic in nature.

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