According to the VSEPR Model, the Molecular Geometry of the Carbonate

question 89

Multiple Choice

According to the VSEPR model, the molecular geometry of the carbonate ion, CO₃^2-, is

• A) square planar.
• B) tetrahedral.
• C) pyramidal.
• D) trigonal planar.
• E) octahedral.

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