According to the VSEPR Model, the Predicted Molecular Geometry of the SO₃

question 138

Multiple Choice

According to the VSEPR model, the predicted molecular geometry of the SO₃ molecule is

• A) pyramidal.
• B) tetrahedral.
• C) trigonal planar.
• D) seesaw.
• E) square planar.

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