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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Objective Question
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What is the geometry of a molecule with sp² hybridized central atom?
Options
A Linear
B Trigonal planar
Correct Answer
C Tetrahedral
D Octahedral
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

sp² hybridization results in trigonal planar geometry. The three sp² hybrid orbitals lie in a plane with bond angles of 120°. Ethene (C₂H₄) and boron trichloride (BCl₃) are examples.

Hint

Three bonding regions around a central atom typically give trigonal planar geometry.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1590 of 1872
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