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    A Molecule Has a Central Atom Surrounded by 1 Lone
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A Molecule Has a Central Atom Surrounded by 1 Lone

Question 45

Question 45

Multiple Choice

A molecule has a central atom surrounded by 1 lone pair and 5 atoms. The best description for the shape of the molecule is


A) octahedral.
B) square pyramidal.
C) trigonal planar.
D) square planar.
E) see-saw.

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