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In HF the covalent bond is due to:

Correct answer: B. S-Pz overlapping

  • A. S-S overlapping
  • B. S-Pz overlapping
  • C. S-Px overlapping
  • D. Pz - Pz overlapping

Explanation

In formation of HF, 1s orbital of H overlaps with 2Pz orbital to F to form bond. Therefore bonding is due to S-Pz overlapping.

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