Using the VSEPR Model, the Molecular Geometry of the Central

question 89

Multiple Choice

Using the VSEPR model, the molecular geometry of the central atom in NCl₃ is __________.

• A)linear
• B)trigonal planar
• C)tetrahedral
• D)bent
• E)trigonal pyramidal

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