A Molecule in Which the Central Atom Forms One Double

question 43

Multiple Choice

A molecule in which the central atom forms one double bond and two single bonds is said to have a ________ shape.

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

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Definitions:

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