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Download Solution PDFThe correct shape and I-I-I bond angles respectively in
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Option 3 : Linear; 180º
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Shape and Bond Angle of
- The
ion consists of three iodine atoms and one extra electron, giving it a linear structure as determined by VSEPR theory. - The central iodine atom has three lone pairs of electrons and two bond pairs of electrons (from the two Iodine atoms bonded to it).
- To minimize repulsions, the molecule adopts a linear shape.
- The bond angles between the three iodine atoms (
) are therefore 180º.
The correct option is Linear; 180º