Which of the Following Best Describes ICl₂^-? It Has a Molecular

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes ICl₂^-? It has a molecular geometry that is

• A)linear molecular shape with no lone pairs on the I atom.
• B)linear molecular shape with lone pairs on the I atom.
• C)non-linear molecular shape with no lone pairs on the I atom.
• D)non-linear molecular shape with lone pairs on the I atom.

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