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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question
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What shape and bond angle does the ammonium ion (NH₄⁺) have?
Options
A Linear, 180°
B Tetrahedral, 109.5°
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C Trigonal planar, 120°
D Bent, 104.5°
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ammonium ion (NH₄⁺) has 4 bonding pairs so has a tetrahedral shape and a bond angle of 109.5°.

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Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 864 of 1872
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