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Molecular Geometry

Question 9 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

Which is most likely an example of an angular molecule?

Answer
A
NH3
B
H2O
C
SiCl4
D
H2CO

Explanation

An angular molecule has a bent shape, with atoms arranged at an angle around the central atom. In H₂O, oxygen has two bonding pairs and two lone pairs; the lone pairs push the O–H bonds together, creating a bent shape. NH₃ is trigonal pyramidal, SiCl₄ is tetrahedral, and H₂CO is trigonal planar around carbon.

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