Question

Use VSEPR theory to predict the molecular

shape of the ion NO−3.
1. trigonal-planar
2. bent or angular
3. tetrahedral
4. trigonal-bipyramidal
5. trigonal-pyramidal
6. octahedral
7. None of these
8. linear

Answer 1

1. trigonal-planar

Step-by-step explanation:

NO3- (nitrate) has three domains around it and each oxygen pushes against each other creating a planar structure.