Picric acid, a benzene derivative shown below, was once used in landmines because it is sensitive to shock. What is the electron domain geometry, hybridization and bond angles of the carbon atoms? NO2C NO2 NO2

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**Picric acid**, a benzene derivative shown below, was once used in landmines because it is sensitive to shock. What is the electron domain geometry, hybridization and bond angles of the carbon atoms?

[Image: Chemical structure of picric acid]

### Description of Diagram:

The diagram is a structural representation of picric acid. It shows a benzene ring with various substituents:

- The benzene ring consists of six carbon (C) atoms, each depicted as connected by alternating single and double bonds.
- Three nitro groups (NO₂) are attached to the benzene ring.
- A hydroxyl group (OH) is also attached to the benzene ring.
- One hydrogen (H) atom is present on one of the carbon atoms.

### Electron Domain Geometry, Hybridization, and Bond Angles:

- **Electron Domain Geometry:** The carbon atoms in the benzene ring exhibit a trigonal planar geometry.
- **Hybridization:** Each carbon atom in the benzene ring is sp² hybridized.
- **Bond Angles:** The bond angles around each carbon atom in the benzene ring are approximately 120 degrees.
Transcribed Image Text:**Picric acid**, a benzene derivative shown below, was once used in landmines because it is sensitive to shock. What is the electron domain geometry, hybridization and bond angles of the carbon atoms? [Image: Chemical structure of picric acid] ### Description of Diagram: The diagram is a structural representation of picric acid. It shows a benzene ring with various substituents: - The benzene ring consists of six carbon (C) atoms, each depicted as connected by alternating single and double bonds. - Three nitro groups (NO₂) are attached to the benzene ring. - A hydroxyl group (OH) is also attached to the benzene ring. - One hydrogen (H) atom is present on one of the carbon atoms. ### Electron Domain Geometry, Hybridization, and Bond Angles: - **Electron Domain Geometry:** The carbon atoms in the benzene ring exhibit a trigonal planar geometry. - **Hybridization:** Each carbon atom in the benzene ring is sp² hybridized. - **Bond Angles:** The bond angles around each carbon atom in the benzene ring are approximately 120 degrees.
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