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Which of the following has `ppi-dpi` bonding?A. `NO_3^(-)`B. `SO_3^(2-)`C. `BO_3^(3-)`D. `CO_3^(2-)`

Answer» Correct Answer - B
N, B, and C are the elements of second period. These elements cannot form `ppi-dpi` bonds as they do not possess `d-`orbitals in their valence shell. On the other hand, S, an element of third period has, `3d` orbitals and, hence, can form `ppi-dpi` bonds with oxygen. In this bonding, the `d-`orbitals of S overlap with the `p-`orbitals of the O atom.


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