Question

Compare x and y bond angles in the following molecule:

• A. $x>y$
• B. $y>x$
• C. $x=y$
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A $x>y$

Chlorine is more electronegative than oxygen. Hence, the bond pair of electrons are more towards chlorine than towards oxygen. Hence, $S-Cl$ bond pair of electrons experience less repulsion than $S=O$ bond pair of electrons. Hence, the bond angle $x$ is greater than the bond angle $y$.