(a) Use the VSEPR theory to predict the structure of theNNO molecule.(b) The substance NNO has a small dipole moment.Which end of the molecule is more likely to be thepositive end, based only on electronegativity?

(a) Use the VSEPR theory to predict the structure of theNNO molecule.(b) The substance NNO has a small dipole moment.Which end of the molecule is more likely to be thepositive end, based only on electronegativity?

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(a) Use the VSEPR theory to predict the structure of the
NNO molecule.
(b) The substance NNO has a small dipole moment.
Which end of the molecule is more likely to be the
positive end, based only on electronegativity?

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