Which of the following is NOT the demeri...

Which of the following is NOT the demerit of valence bond theory?

A

It failed to explain the observed valencies of the elements like Be, B,C, etc.

B

It failed to explain geometries of molecules like water and ammonia.

C

It failed to explain the directional nature of covalent bond.

D

It failed to explain paramagnetic behaviour of oxygen molecule.

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The correct Answer is:

C

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