In co-ordinate bonds, the acceptor atoms must essentially contain in its valency shell an orbitial:
A
with paired electron
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B
with single electron
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C
with no electron
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D
with three electron
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Solution
The correct option is C with no electron Co-ordinate bond is formed when an atom with lone pair donates it to an atom with a vacant orbital, orbital with no electrons.