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CSC Unit 3

Question 28 of 33
Which of the following molecules has a trigonal-pyramidal shape?
A. SeF6
B. SO2
C. BH3
D. PH3

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Trigonal pyramidal has 1 lone pairs and 3 bonds so it is D. PH3
Work: You have to calculate amount of valence electrons for each molecule by looking at the group number and skipping the transition metals. Then you make your Lewis dot structure and see which fits the correct shape. Looking up a molecular geometry chart can help.
CSC Unit 3 Question 28 of 33 Which of the following molecules has a trigonal-pyramidal-example-1
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