Question

Discuss the structure:

SO₂

Discuss the structure of SO₂.

Mention the structure of SO₂.

Answer 1

Even in the solid state, sulphur dioxide (SO₂) forms distinct molecules and is a gas at ambient temperature. The molecule has a 119° bond angle and a bent shape. The S atom in SO₂ appears to be in a state of sp² hybridisation based on the bond angle of 119°, which is extremely close to 120°.