Hyposulfite, SO₂^2-, Is a Polyatomic Ion That Has Not Yet

question 83

Multiple Choice

Hyposulfite, SO₂^2-, is a polyatomic ion that has not yet been definitively confirmed to exist. However, the VSEPR model may still be applied to yield a prediction on its molecular geometry. What is the most reasonable estimate for the O-S-O bond angle in hyposulfite?

• A) 90°
• B) 106°
• C) 109.5°
• D) 112°
• E) 120°

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