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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question
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Describe the structure of a single molecule of beryllium chloride (BeCl₂).
Options
A It has a trigonal planar structure.
B It forms a tetrahedral structure.
C It has a linear structure.
Correct Answer
D It is a bent molecule.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 9 states, 'A single molecule of beryllium chloride (BeCl₂) has a linear structure'.

Hint

Consider the VSEPR theory for a molecule with two electron domains around the central atom.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Group II
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1952 of 1999
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