Q. The correct order in which the O — O bond length increases in the following is :
A) H₂O₂ < O₂ < O₃
B) O₃ < H₂O₂ < O₂
C) O₂ < O₃ < H₂O₂
D) O₂ < H₂O₂ < O₃
Explanation
[Solution from source] O–O bond order: O₂ = 2, O₃ = 1.5 (resonance), H₂O₂ = 1. Bond length increases as bond order decreases, so O₂ < O₃ < H₂O₂. Answer (3).
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