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The bond angle of H(2)X (where, X is a s...

The bond angle of `H_(2)X` (where, X is a sixth group element), as one goes down the group

A

Increases

B

Decreases

C

Does not change

D

Changes irregularly

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The correct Answer is:
B
Bond angle is direclty related to electronegativity, hence bond angle of `H_(2)X` decreases, down the group.
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