If an AB4 molecule/ion is nonpolar, and the electron domain geometry of the central atom is octahedral, what is its molecular geometry? A) Square Planar B) Octahedral C) Square Pyramidal D) Tetrahedral

If an AB4 molecule/ion is nonpolar, and the electron domain geometry of the central atom is octahedral, what is its molecular geometry? A) Square Planar B) Octahedral C) Square Pyramidal D) Tetrahedral

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Chapter10: Molecular Structure And Bonding Theories

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Problem 10.88QE

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If an AB₄ molecule/ion is nonpolar, and the electron domain geometry of the central atom is octahedral, what is its molecular geometry?

A) Square Planar

B) Octahedral

C) Square Pyramidal

D) Tetrahedral

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