Which of the Following Molecules and Ions Has a Lone

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following molecules and ions has a lone pair of electrons on the central atom?

• A) PCl₅
• B) XeO₄
• C) BeCl₂
• D) CH₃⁺
• E) CH₃^-

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