The following molecules has linear structure except?
Correct answer: C. SO2
- A. CS2
- B. CO2
- C. SO2
- D. BeCl2
Explanation
SO2 is a bent or V-shaped molecule. It has a bond angle of approximately 120 degrees between the sulfur atom (S) and the two oxygen atoms (O), resulting in a bent molecular geometry. This bent shape is due to the presence of two lone pairs of electrons on the sulfur atom, which cause repulsion and push the oxygen atoms closer together.
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