Chapter 9, Problem 9.29QP

(a)

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Interpretation: The molecular geometry of the given molecules is to be determined.

Concept introduction: The molecular geometry of the given molecule is determined by the number of atoms and lone pair of electrons present around the central atom.

To determine: The molecular geometry of the molecule ${\text{S}}_2{\text{O}}_3^{2-}$.

(b)

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To determine: The molecular geometry of the molecule ${\text{PO}}_4^{3-}$.

(c)

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To determine: The molecular geometry of the molecule ${\text{NO}}_3^{-}$.

(d)

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To determine: The molecular geometry of the molecule ${\text{NCO}}^{-}$.