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Which element is trigonal pyramidal molecular shape ? a) NF3. b) BCL3 c) COCL2 d) CLO3- e) BRF3​

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Answer:

A.) NF₃

D.) ClO₃⁻

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine the molecular shape of the molecules, you need to:

1.) Calculate the total valence electrons in the molecule

-----> The sum of the element's valence electrons

2.) Draw the Lewis structure

Which element is trigonal pyramidal molecular shape ? a) NF3. b) BCL3 c) COCL2 d) CLO-example-1
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