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What would cause the shape of a molecule to be tetrahedral?

A. Three atoms bound to a central atom with one lone pair

B. Four atoms bound to a central atom with two lone pairs

C. Four atoms bound to a central atom with no lone pairs

D. Two atoms bound to a central atom with two lone pairs

Respuesta :

Answer:

A molecule is tetrahedral if the central atom has four bonds and no lone pairs. Explanation: ... The electron pairs in the bonds repel the electrons in the other bonds, so they all try to get as far from each other as possible.

Answer:

C. Four atoms bound to a central atom with no lone pairs

Explanation:

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