Use VSEPR Theory to Decide Which One of the Following

question 61

Multiple Choice

Use VSEPR theory to decide which one of the following ions and molecules is likely to be planar. (The central atom is always first in the formula.)

• A) BrF₃
• B) H₃O⁺
• C) PCl₃
• D) SO₄^2-
• E) SF₄

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