The Approximate H-C-C Bond Angle in Ethane,C₂H₆,is

question 47

Multiple Choice

The approximate H-C-C bond angle in ethane,C₂H₆,is

• A)60°.
• B)180°.
• C)120°.
• D)109°.
• E)90°.

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