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Which of the following explains the structure of the CO 2 molecule?

Options

  1. AThe CO 2 molecule has a linear structure with 2 sigma and 2 pi bonds between the carbon and oxygen atoms.
  2. BThe CO 2 molecule forms a trigonal planar structure with a double bond between the carbon atom and each oxygen
  3. CThe CO 2 molecule has a bent or V-shaped structure with a single bond between the carbon atom and each oxygen
  4. DThe CO 2 molecule exhibits resonance, with alternating single and double bonds between the carbon atom and eac

Correct answer

A. The CO 2 molecule has a linear structure with 2 sigma and 2 pi bonds between the carbon and oxygen atoms.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) The CO 2 molecule has a linear structure with 2 sigma and 2 pi bonds between the carbon and oxygen atoms.

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