Using the VSEPR Model, Predict the Molecular Geometry Around the Central

question 107

Multiple Choice

Using the VSEPR model, predict the molecular geometry around the central atom in SO₃^2-.

• A) trigonal planar
• B) trigonal pyramidal
• C) tetrahedral
• D) trigonal bipyramidal
• E) octahedral

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