What Is the Electron Geometry of the Carbon in Formaldehyde

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the electron geometry of the carbon in formaldehyde, shown below?

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

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