Multiple Choice
In a molecule with triangular bipyramidal electron-pair geometry, where are any lone pairs on the central atom preferentially placed?
A) axially
B) equatorially
C) there is no preferential placement of lone pairs
D) there can be no lone pairs on the central atom to obtain a bipyramidal electron-pair geometry
E) the placement depends on the atoms involved
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