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Question
The H–C–C bond angle in ethane is
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Ethane (CH3-CH3) has a tetrahedral geometry around each carbon. The H-C-C bond angle, like all bond angles in a perfect tetrahedron, is 109.5°.
Hint
What is the geometry around each carbon atom in ethane?