MHT CET 2025 Chemistry question

Which of the following molecules consist minimum lone pair of electrons in the valence shell of central atom?

(A)
(B)Correct
(C)
(D)

Answer: (B)

Solution

Count lone pairs on the central atom. : S has 6 valence electrons, uses 2 for bonds, leaving 4 e = 2 lone pairs. : P has 5, uses 3, leaving 2 e = 1 lone

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