Using the VSEPR Model, the Electron-Domain Geometry of the Central

question 176

Multiple Choice

Using the VSEPR model, the electron-domain geometry of the central atom in AlCl₃ is ________.

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

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