Predict the Molecular Shape and Give the Approximate Bond Angles $\degree$

question 88

Multiple Choice

Predict the molecular shape and give the approximate bond angles of the CO₃^2- polyatomic ion.

• A)linear, 18\(\degree\)
• B)trigonal planar, 120\(\degree\)
• C)tetrahedral, 109.5\(\degree\)
• D)trigonal pyramidal, 109.5\(\degree\)
• E)bent, 120\(\degree\)

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