Q. The hydride of group 16 elements showing maximum tendency for complex formation is
A) $H_{2}Te$
B) $H_{2}O$
C) $H_{2}S$
D) $H_{2}Se$
Explanation
(b)
Oxygen due to its smaller size has more electron density in $H_{2}O$ and thus, has more tendency to donate its lone pair for complex formation
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