Using the VSEPR Model, the Molecular Geometry of the Central

question 136

Multiple Choice

Using the VSEPR model, the molecular geometry of the central atom in PCl₃ is ________.

• A) trigonal pyramidal
• B) bent
• C) tetrahedral
• D) trigonal planar
• E) linear

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