The Molecular Geometry of the H₃O⁺ Ion Is ________

question 165

Multiple Choice

The molecular geometry of the H₃O⁺ ion is ________.

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

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