When an Atom in a Molecule or Ion Is Described

question 99

Multiple Choice

When an atom in a molecule or ion is described as sp³d¹ hybridized,its molecular geometry is

• A)trigonal bipyramidal.
• B)trigonal planar.
• C)linear.
• D)tetrahedral.
• E)octahedral.

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Definitions:

Cellular Slime Molds

Organisms that exist as individual amoeboid cells but can aggregate to form multicellular reproductive structures under certain conditions.

Representative Clade

A group of organisms that together represent a branch of the tree of life, sharing a common ancestor.

Supergroup

In biology, a high-level taxonomic rank above the group level, often used in the classification of life forms that share common evolutionary traits.

Green Algae

Photosynthetic, aquatic organisms in the Chlorophyta division, considered the ancestors of land plants.