The correct H-N-H bond angle in NH₃ is ________ A)the same as the H-O-H angle in water. B)exactly 109.5 $\circ$ . C)greater than 109.5 $\circ$ . D)less than 109.5 $\circ$ . E)120 $\circ$ .

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The H-N-H bond angle in NH₃ is expected to be less than 109.5F1F1F1S1F1F1F10 because of lone pair-bond pair repulsion. The lone pairs on the nitrogen will cause the H-N-H bond angle to be compressed.

The Correct H-N-H Bond Angle in NH3 Is ________ A)the ∘\circ∘

The Correct H-N-H Bond Angle in NH₃ Is ________
A)the $\circ$