Predict the Molecular Geometry and Polarity of the SO₂ Molecule

question 7

Multiple Choice

Predict the molecular geometry and polarity of the SO₂ molecule.

• A) linear, polar
• B) linear, nonpolar
• C) bent, polar
• D) bent, nonpolar
• E) trigonal planar, polar

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