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In what type of molecule does the central atom possess linear geometry as a result of sp hybridisation?

Options

  1. ATriangular
  2. BTetrahedral
  3. CLinear
  4. DOctahedral

Correct answer

C. Linear

Step-by-step solution

A molecule in which the central atom is sp-hybridised and linked directly to two other central atoms possesses linear geometry.

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