Question

Some of properties of two species $N{O}_3^{-}$ and $H_3{O}^{+}$ are described below. Which one of the following statement is correct?

• A. Dissimilar in hybridization for the central atom with different structures
• B. Isostructural with same hybridization for the central atom
• C. Isostructural with different hybridization for the central atom
• D. Similar in hybridization for the central atom with different structures

Answer 1

The correct option is A Dissimilar in hybridization for the central atom with different structures

$N{O}_3^{-}$ has $s{p}^2$ hybridization and trigonal planar shape while $H_3{O}^{+}$ has $s{p}^3$ hybridization and pyramidal structure.