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JAMB Chemistry 2013 Question 9

Question 9

Chemical Bonding

The shape of the carbon(IV) oxide molecule is

  1. A.pyramidal.
  2. B.linear.
  3. C.angular.
  4. D.tetrahedral.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (linear.)

Explanation

O=C=O: the two double bonds point in opposite directions, at 180°, so the molecule is linear.