Geometry of methyl chloride is:
Correct answer: D. Tetrahedral
- A. Trigonal planar
- B. Octahedral
- C. Square planar
- D. Tetrahedral
Explanation
The geometry of methyl chloride (CH3Cl) is tetrahedral. In CH3Cl, the central carbon atom (C) is bonded to four other atoms: three hydrogen atoms (H) and one chlorine atom (Cl). This arrangement results in a tetrahedral molecular geometry around the carbon atom. Therefore, option d is correct.
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