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`H_(2)O` is neutral while `H_(2)S` is acidic - explain.

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`H_(2)O` is neutral while `H_(2)S` is acidic.
Reason : The O-H bond dissociation Enthalpy is greater than the S - H bond dissociation Enthalpy.
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  2. Why is H(2)O a liquid while H(2)S is a gas ?

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  8. Give the hybridization of sulphur in the following. "SO"(3)

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  9. Give the hybridization of sulphur in the following. "SF"(4)

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  10. Give the hybridization of sulphur in the following. "SF"(6)

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