Determine the Electron Geometry (Eg) and Molecular Geometry (Mg) of CO₂

question 160

Multiple Choice

Determine the electron geometry (eg) and molecular geometry (mg) of CO₂.

• A) eg = tetrahedral, mg = tetrahedral
• B) eg = linear, mg = trigonal planar
• C) eg = trigonal planar, mg = bent
• D) eg = linear, mg = linear
• E) eg = trigonal planar, mg = trigonal planar

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