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Why does the value of bond angle increase with increase in electronegativity of the central atom in `AB_(2)` type of molecule?

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As the electronegativity of the central atom of a molecule of `AB_(x)` type increases, the electron-pair responsible for covalent bond formation will be attracted towards the central atom. Consequently, bp-bp repulsion increases leading to an increase in bond angle.
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